Dysprosium Chloride (DyCl3) Description
Anhydrous Dysprosium Chloride is utilised for specific purposes in the manufacture of laser glass, phosphors and Dysprosium‑metal halide lamps. It is combined with Vanadium and other elements to produce laser materials, thereby contributing to improvements in commercial lighting. Additionally, Dysprosium is a component of Terfenol‑D, which is employed in actuators, mechanical broadband resonators and high‑precision liquid fuel injectors. Due to its high magnetisability, Dysprosium and its compounds are applied in various data storage technologies, particularly in hard drives.
Dysprosium Chloride (DyCl3) Specifications
Chemical Formula
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DyCl3
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CAS No.
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10025-74-8
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Molecular Weight
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268.86
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Melting Point (℃)
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680
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Density (g/cm³)
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3.67
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Appearance
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White powder
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Product Code
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CL66-4N
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CL66-3N
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CL66-2N
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Grade
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99.99%
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99.9%
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99%
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CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
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Dy2O3 / TREO (% min.)
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99.99
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99.9
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99
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TREO (% min.)
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45
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45
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45
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Rare Earth Impurities
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ppm max.
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% max.
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% max.
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Gd2O3 / TREO Tb4O7 / TREO Ho2O3 / TREO Er2O3 / TREO Tm2O3 / TREO Yb2O3 / TREO Lu2O3 / TREO Y2O3 / TREO
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20 20 100 20 20 20 20 20
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0.005 0.03 0.05 0.05 0.005 0.005 0.01 0.005
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0.05 0.2 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.05
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Non‑Rare Earth Impurities
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ppm max.
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% max.
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% max.
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Fe2O3 SiO2 CaO CuO NiO ZnO PbO
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10 50 80 5 3 3 3
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0.001 0.015 0.01 0.01
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0.003 0.03 0.03 0.02
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Dysprosium Chloride (DyCl3) Applications
1. Luminescent Materials: Dysprosium chloride is utilised in the production of phosphors. These materials are used in display devices, lighting and products that exhibit luminescence.
2. Glass Production: Dysprosium chloride is employed as a colourant in the manufacture of specialised glass, including sunglasses and protective goggles. It imparts a yellow hue to the glass, thereby filtering harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
3. Catalysts: Dysprosium chloride is applied as a catalyst in specific chemical reactions, including organic synthesis.
Dysprosium Chloride (DyCl3) Packaging
The Dysprosium chloride is handled carefully during storage and transport to preserve its initial quality.