Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Barium Fluoride, PuratrOnic™, 99.99% (metals basis)
Quantity/Pack Size – 500g, 2.5g, 100g, 25g
Form – Solid (crystalline powder)
Grade – PuratrOnic™ (99.99% metals basis)
Application – Optical coatings, spectroscopy, scintillation detectors, high-purity research
Product Overview
Barium Fluoride (BaF₂) in PuratrOnic™ grade offers exceptional purity (99.99% metals basis), making it a critical material for advanced laboratory and industrial applications. This high-purity compound is synthesized under stringent conditions to minimize metallic and non-metallic impurities, ensuring reliable performance in sensitive environments. Its crystalline structure provides excellent transparency across a broad spectral range, from ultraviolet to infrared, making it highly suitable for optical components, windows, and lenses. The material’s low refractive index and high resistance to thermal shock further enhance its utility in demanding applications. PuratrOnic™ grade Barium Fluoride is processed to meet exacting standards, ensuring consistency in particle size distribution and chemical stability. Its inert nature and resistance to most acids and bases make it a versatile choice for environments requiring chemical robustness. Whether used in thin-film coatings, as a scintillator in radiation detection, or in high-precision analytical instruments, this grade delivers unmatched performance. The product is packaged in airtight containers to prevent moisture absorption and contamination, preserving its purity until use. For researchers and engineers seeking a dependable, high-purity fluoride compound, this Barium Fluoride variant stands as a benchmark in quality and reliability.
FAQs
1. What is the typical particle size range for this Barium Fluoride?
The PuratrOnic™ grade Barium Fluoride is milled to a fine powder with a controlled particle size distribution, typically ranging between 1-10 microns, though exact specifications may vary by batch. This ensures uniform dispersion in coatings and composites.
2. Is this Barium Fluoride compatible with vacuum deposition processes?
Yes, the high purity and low moisture content of this grade make it well-suited for physical vapor deposition (PVD) and other vacuum-based thin-film techniques. Its thermal stability minimizes outgassing during deposition.
3. Are there lower-purity alternatives available for less critical applications?
Lower-grade Barium Fluoride (e.g., 99% or 99.5% purity) is available for applications where ultra-high purity is not a requirement, such as general optical experiments or educational demonstrations.
4. How should this product be stored to maintain its purity?
Store in a cool, dry environment in its original sealed container. Avoid exposure to humidity or acidic vapors, as Barium Fluoride can slowly react with moisture. Desiccants can be used in storage areas to further prevent contamination.
5. What is the source of the barium used in this product?
The barium is sourced from high-quality mineral ores, refined through multi-stage purification processes to achieve the 99.99% metals basis purity. The final product undergoes rigorous testing to confirm trace element levels.
