Europium Oxide (Eu2O3) Powder (CAS No. 1308-96-9)
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Product Details
| Name | Europium(III) Oxide | Molecular Formula | Eu2O3 | Molecular Weight | 351.926 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 7.40 g/cm3 | Melting Point | 2350℃ | Boiling Point | 3790℃ | |||
| Solubility | Insoluble in water | Appearance | White powder | CAS Number | 1308-96-9 | |||
| Storage | Store in a dry place | |||||||
Specifications of Europium Oxide Powder
| Main Compositions ≥% | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specifications | Eu2O3-1 | Eu2O3-2 | Eu2O3-3 | Eu2O3-4 |
| TREO(wt%) | 99 | 99 | 99 | 99 |
| Eu2O3/TREO | 99.5 | 99.9 | 99.99 | 99.999 |
Europium Oxide (Eu2O3) Powder Description
Europium Oxide (Eu2O3) is a white powder that is highly insoluble in water and thermally stable. It is formed by igniting europium metal. Due to the nature of oxide compounds, Europium Oxide is not conductive to electricity. However, it is widely used for phosphor and fluorescent applications. Europium Oxide is hygroscopic, and has carbon dioxide and moisture absorbing qualities in the atmosphere.
Europium Oxide (Eu2O3) Powder Applications
1. Phosphors in Displays and Lighting
2. Used in Lasers and Optical Applications:
Doped Glasses and Lasers: Europium Oxide is used to dope glass and other materials to create lasers. It helps in creating efficient solid-state lasers with specific wavelength outputs.
3. Industrial Reactors:
Control Rods: Europium, in its oxide form, is used in control rods in industrial reactors due to its ability to absorb neutrons. This property helps in controlling the rate of the industrial reaction.
4. Fluorescent Markers in Biochemistry:
Biological Probes: Europium Oxide is used in biochemical assays as a fluorescent marker. Its unique luminescent properties allow for the detection of biological molecules in various assays.
5. Catalysts:
Petrochemical Industry: It is sometimes used as a catalyst in the petrochemical industry, particularly in refining processes.
6. Ceramics and Glasses:
Doping Agent: Europium Oxide is used to dope ceramics and glasses, improving their optical and mechanical properties, such as increasing their ability to withstand high temperatures.
7. Research and Development:
Material Science: Europium Oxide is used in various research applications, especially in developing new materials with specific electronic, magnetic, and optical properties.
8. X-ray Imaging:
Phosphors in Imaging: It is also used in the production of X-ray screens and other imaging equipment due to its luminescent properties.
Europium Oxide (Eu2O3) Powder Packing
SAM’s Europium Oxide is carefully handled to prevent damage during storage and transportation and to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
