Selenium

Goodfellow offers high-purity selenium (Se) for a wide range of scientific and industrial applications, providing this versatile metalloid in various forms to meet diverse research and manufacturing needs. Selenium is known for its unique photoconductive properties and its ability to convert light directly into electricity, making it invaluable in several key industries. In the electronics sector, selenium is widely used in the production of photovoltaic cells and photodetectors, where its sensitivity to light enables efficient energy conversion and sensing capabilities. The glass industry utilizes selenium as a decolorizing agent and to produce red glass, taking advantage of its ability to impart specific optical properties. In the field of xerography, selenium's photoconductive nature makes it essential for manufacturing photoreceptor drums in laser printers and photocopiers. Emerging technologies benefiting from selenium include advanced solar panel designs, where selenium compounds are being explored to enhance the efficiency of thin-film solar cells. Additionally, selenium's role in quantum dot production is driving innovations in next-generation display technologies and biomedical imaging. Goodfellow's provision of high-quality selenium supports ongoing research in materials science, particularly in the areas of optoelectronics and renewable energy solutions. Despite challenges related to its toxicity, selenium's unique properties ensure its continued importance in both cutting-edge research and critical industrial applications, especially in sectors requiring advanced photosensitive and semiconducting materials.