Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Gadolinium(III) fluoride, anhydrous, REactOn™, 99.9% (REO)
Quantity/Pack Size – 100g, 25g
Form – Powder
Grade – REactOn™, 99.9% (REO)
Application – Specialty chemical synthesis, optical coatings, and advanced material research
Product Overview
Gadolinium(III) fluoride, anhydrous, from the REactOn™ series is a high-purity (99.9% REO) rare-earth compound designed for demanding laboratory and industrial applications. This anhydrous form ensures minimal moisture content, enhancing its stability and reactivity in sensitive processes. The compound’s exceptional purity makes it suitable for applications requiring precise stoichiometry, such as the synthesis of specialty glasses, phosphors, and optical materials. Its fine powder form allows for uniform dispersion in formulations, while the REactOn™ grade guarantees consistent performance in critical reactions. Gadolinium fluoride is particularly valued for its unique magnetic and luminescent properties, which are leveraged in advanced material science and nanotechnology research. The product is packaged under inert conditions to preserve its integrity, ensuring long-term storage stability without degradation. Whether used as a dopant, catalyst, or precursor, this gadolinium fluoride variant delivers reliability and reproducibility, meeting the stringent requirements of modern research laboratories and high-tech industries.
FAQs
1. What is the chemical formula of gadolinium(III) fluoride?
The chemical formula is GdF₃, representing one gadolinium atom bonded to three fluorine atoms in its anhydrous form.
2. Is this product compatible with aqueous solutions?
Gadolinium(III) fluoride has low solubility in water, making it more suitable for non-aqueous or solid-state applications.
3. Are there lower-purity alternatives available?
Lower-grade gadolinium fluoride (e.g., 99.5% or 99.0%) may be available, but they lack the precision required for high-end research.
4. How should this product be stored to maintain purity?
Store in a tightly sealed container under dry, inert conditions (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and oxidation.
5. Can this be used as a precursor for gadolinium-based nanoparticles?
Yes, its high purity and anhydrous nature make it an excellent precursor for synthesizing gadolinium-containing nanomaterials.
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