Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder (ErCl3·xH2O) Description
Erbium(III) chloride hydrate powder is a chemical compound of erbium, chlorine, and water molecules. The chemical formula for the composition is ErCl3·xH2O, where x denotes the number of water molecules associated with the composition. The word "hydrated" simply means that water molecules are associated with the crystal of the compound.
Erbium(III) Chloride Hydrate Powder has a pale pink powder appearance, and the powder form often finds usage in many areas in various sectors like the electronic, telecommunication, glass-making industries, medical imaging, and research areas. This chemical usually acts as a source of erbium while manufacturing optical fibers, coloring of glass, medical imagining agents, catalysts, and other related research areas where erbium is required.
Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder (ErCl3·xH2O) Specifications
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Compound Formula
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ErCl3·xH2O
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Molecular Weight
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291.63
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Appearance
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Pink crystalline powder
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Melting Point
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776°C
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Boiling Point
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1,500°C
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Density
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4.1 g/cm3
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Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder (ErCl3·xH2O) Applications
- Semiconductor industry: Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder is used as a dopant in the production of erbium-doped optical fibers, which are used in telecommunications and laser applications.
- Glass manufacturing: Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder is used as a coloring agent in the production of glass with a pink or red tint.
- Medical applications: In MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging) medical techniques, the powder of Erbium(III) chloride hydrate is used as a contrasting agent.
- Research and development: Much research work is performed based on Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder, such as studies of luminescence properties, optical property studies, and magnetic studies.
- Chemical synthesis: The Erbium(III) chloride hydrate powder can act as a catalyst for organic synthesis in numerous reactions.
Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder (ErCl3·xH2O) Packaging
Our Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder (ErCl3·xH2O) is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
5g/bottle, vacuum packed with aluminum composite film
Safety Information
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Signal Word
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Warning
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Hazard Statements
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H315-H319-H335
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Hazard Codes
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Xi
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Precautionary Statements
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P261-P280-P305+P351+P338-P304+P340-P362-P312-P321-P405-P403+P233-P501a
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Risk Codes
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36/37/38
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Safety Statements
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26-36
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RTECS Number
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KD8575000
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Transport Information
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N/A
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WGK Germany
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3
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FAQs
Q1: What is Erbium (III) chloride hydrate powder used for?
Erbium (III) chloride Hydrate Powder is used in a variety of industries for applications such as telecommunications, glass manufacturing, medical imaging, research, and chemical synthesis.
Q2: How is Erbium (III) chloride hydrate powder synthesized or manufactured?
Erbium (III) chloride Hydrate Powder can be synthesized by reacting erbium oxide or erbium metal with hydrochloric acid followed by precipitation and drying processes.
Q3: How should Erbium (III) chloride hydrate powder be stored and handled?
Erbium (III) chloride Hydrate Powder should be stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture and incompatible materials. Proper handling techniques, including the use of personal protective equipment, should be followed to avoid skin or eye contact and inhalation of the powder.
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