Two-Dimensional TaSe2 Metallic Crystals: Spin-Orbit Scattering Length and Breakdown Current Density

Abstract

We have determined the spin-orbit scattering length of two-dimensional layered 2H-TaSe2 metallic crystals by detailed characterization of the weak anti-localization phenomena in this strong spin-orbit interaction material. By fitting the observed magneto-conductivity, the spin-orbit scattering length for 2H-TaSe2 is determined to be 17 nm in the few-layer films. This small spin-orbit scattering length is comparable to that of Pt, which is widely used to study the spin Hall effect, and indicates the potential of TaSe2 for use in spin Hall effect devices. In addition to strong spin-orbit coupling, a material must also support large charge currents to achieve spin-transfer-torque via the spin Hall effect. Therefore, we have characterized the room temperature breakdown current density of TaSe2 in air, where the best breakdown current density reaches 3.7$\times$10${}^7$ A/cm${}^2$. This large breakdown current further indicates the potential of TaSe2 for use in spin-torque devices and two-dimensional device interconnect applications.

arXiv commentto be published in ACS Nano

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