Rare Earth Hydrides

About Rare Earth Hydrides

Rare earth elements (REE) constitute a group of seventeen chemical elements in the periodic table, specifically the fifteen lanthanides together with Scandium and Yttrium.

Rare earth elements comprise sixteen elements: the fifteen elements of the lanthanide series and the metal Yttrium. They are used in electronic devices deployed in the defence, alternative energy and communications sectors. When alloyed with other metals, rare earth elements can offer enhanced magnetic properties, increased strength and improved high-temperature characteristics.

Rare earth elements are defined as a group of seventeen chemical elements in the periodic table, specifically the fifteen lanthanides together with Scandium and Yttrium. Scandium and Yttrium are classified as rare earth elements because they tend to occur in identical ore deposits given that the lanthanides exhibit similar chemical properties. Although they are designated as rare earth elements, they are relatively abundant in the earth’s crust.

Stanford Advanced Materials supplies rare earth hydrides that meet industry specifications and are competitively priced.

Key Characteristics of Rare Earth Hydrides:

Hydrogen storage: Rare earth hydrides store hydrogen and enable controlled release of hydrogen gas.

High hydrogen density: These hydrides provide high hydrogen density, thereby contributing to the design of compact hydrogen storage systems.

Thermodynamic stability: Rare earth hydrides possess thermodynamic properties that permit reversible hydrogen uptake and release.

Enhanced hydriding/dehydriding kinetics: The incorporation of rare earth elements accelerates the hydriding and dehydriding processes, thereby increasing overall process efficiency.

Sustainable energy: Rare earth hydrides are applied in renewable energy storage, fuel cells and hydrogen-based technologies that reduce carbon emissions.

Applications of Rare Earth Hydrides:

Hydrogen storage: Rare earth hydrides are used in hydrogen storage systems that allow safe and effective storage of hydrogen for various applications.

Fuel cells: These hydrides contribute to hydrogen fuel cells that generate electricity through the combination of hydrogen and oxygen, thereby reducing harmful emissions.

Transport: Rare earth hydrides enable hydrogen-powered vehicles that serve as an alternative to conventional fossil fuels.

Catalysis: These compounds are utilised as catalysts in several chemical reactions, including hydrogenation and dehydrogenation processes.

Renewable energy: Rare earth hydrides are employed in energy storage solutions, such as hydrogen-powered backup systems for renewable energy sources.

Quality Assurance for Rare Earth Hydrides:

Our rare earth hydrides are sourced from established manufacturers known for adhering to industry standards. Each compound undergoes rigorous testing to ensure compliance with specified industrial criteria.

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