ER6098 Erbium (III) Chloride Hydrate Powder (ErCl3·xH2O) CAS No. 19423-85-9

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder (ErCl3-xH2O) Description

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder (ErCl3-xH2O) is a chemical compound consisting of erbium, chlorine, and water molecules. The chemical formula for this compound is ErCl3-xH2O, where x denotes the number of water molecules associated with the compound. The "hydrated" form of the compound indicates the presence of water molecules within the crystal structure.

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder appears as a pale pink powder and is typically used in powder form for various applications across industries such as electronics, telecommunications, glass manufacturing, medical imaging, and research. This compound primarily serves as a source of erbium for the production of optical fibres, glass colouring agents, medical imaging agents, catalysts, and other research applications that require erbium.

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder (ErCl3-xH2O) Specifications

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder (ErCl3-xH2O) Applications

• Semi-conductor industry: Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder serves as a dopant in the manufacture of erbium-doped optical fibres, which find use in telecommunications and laser applications.
• Glass manufacturing: Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder functions as a colouring agent in the production of glass with pink or red hue.
• Medical applications: Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder is employed as a contrast agent in medical imaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

• Research and development: Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder finds use in various research applications, including studies on luminescent properties, optical properties, and magnetic properties.
• Chemical synthesis: Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder acts as a catalyst in organic synthesis for various reactions.

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder (ErCl3-xH2O) Packaging

Our Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder (ErCl3-xH2O) is handled with care during storage and transport to maintain the quality of our product in its original state.

5g/bottle, vacuum-packed with aluminium composite film

Safety Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the use of Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder?

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder is utilised across various industries for applications including telecommunications, glass manufacturing, medical imaging, research, and chemical synthesis.

Q2: How is Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder synthesized or produced?

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder can be synthesised by reacting erbium oxide or erbium metal with hydrochloric acid followed by precipitation and drying.

Q3: How should Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder be stored and handled?

Erbium(III)-chloride hydrate powder should be stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture and incompatible materials. Proper handling techniques should be employed, including the use of personal protective equipment, to avoid skin or eye contact and inhalation of the powder.