Holmium

About Holmium (Ho)

Symbol: Ho
Atomic number: 67
Atomic mass: 164.93033
Element category: Lanthanide
Holmium is a soft, malleable, ductile, silvery rare‐earth metal that belongs to the lanthanide group of the periodic table. It has the highest magnetic permeability among elements; Dysprosium is also noted for its high permeability.
Due to its high magnetic strength, Holmium is used in alloys to generate strong magnetic fields. It is also incorporated in nuclear reactors because it can absorb neutrons.
Among the Holmium compounds, Holmium oxide (Ho2O3, Holmia) is frequently used as a yellow or red pigment for glass and cubic zirconium dioxide.

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) can now offer various Holmium products, including:

Holmium Metal:

Forms: Powder, foil, rod, wire, sputter target or customised
Purity: 3N–4N

Holmium Compound:

Holmium Oxide (Ho2O3) / Holmia: 3N–5N

Holmium Evaporation Material:

Holmium (Ho); Holmium oxide (Ho2O3) / Holmia

For Holmium sputter targets, please see: //www.sputtertargets.net/holmium.html

Key Advantages:

Diverse Applications: The measured properties of Holmium allow its use in many fields. It is utilised in lasers, medical procedures, nuclear reactors and magnets. SAM’s Holmium products are supplied to industry for defined functions.

Laser and Optics: Holmium‐doped crystals are employed in lasers for medical and industrial tasks, including surgical procedures, lithotripsy and scientific research.

Medical Procedures: Holmium lasers are used, owing to their precise and controlled energy delivery, in procedures such as kidney stone removal and tissue ablation.

Precision and Purity: Quality is a fundamental criterion of our Holmium products. We adhere to strict industry standards and specific quality specifications, thereby ensuring that our Holmium meets the purity required for precision and consistent outcomes.

Technical Expertise: Our team is well-informed regarding the properties and applications of Holmium. We provide tailored technical support and advice, thereby assisting you in utilising Holmium’s characteristics to meet your specific requirements.

Reliable Supply: We recognise the importance of a continuous supply of Holmium products. Our global presence and efficient logistics ensure that you have access to Holmium when and where it is required.

Our Holmium Product Range:

SAM offers a range of Holmium products for various applications, including:

Laser and Medical Procedures: Holmium lasers are employed in medical treatments, such as kidney stone removal, delivering a precise energy dose with minimal tissue damage.

Nuclear Reactors: Holmium is used as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors, thereby contributing to the control of nuclear reactions and safety management.

Magnets and Alloys: Holmium is utilised in the manufacture of specialised magnets and alloys for various industrial applications.