EU1156 Europium acetate ((CH3CO2)3Eu) powder

Europium Acetate Description

Europium Acetate is a compound consisting of europium, acetate ions and water molecules. Europium is known for its luminescent properties, and its compounds are used in the production of phosphors for lighting and display applications. Europium Acetate is utilised in research and development, particularly in the synthesis of materials with specified optical or magnetic properties.

Europium Acetate Specifications

Europium Acetate Applications

Phosphors: Europium Acetate is a precursor in the production of europium-doped phosphors. These phosphors are used in cathode ray tubes (CRT), plasma panels and fluorescent lamps. Europium-doped phosphors emit various wavelengths of light when excited by electrons.

Luminescent Materials: Europium Acetate is employed in the development of luminescent materials for a range of applications, including luminous paints, security inks and anti-counterfeit markers.

Optical Coatings: Materials doped with europium can be used as optical coatings for lenses, prisms and optical components. They increase the performance of these components by improving their optical properties.

Colour Television Tubes: Historically, europium-doped phosphors were used in colour television tubes (CRTs) to generate red and blue colours on the screen.

X-ray Imaging: Europium compounds, including Europium Acetate, have been investigated for use as contrast agents in X-ray imaging. They can improve the visibility of specific tissues and organs in medical imaging.

Nuclear Reactors: Europium Acetate can be utilised as a neutron-absorbing material in nuclear reactors, particularly in control rods. It contributes to the regulation of neutron flux in the reactor, thereby increasing safety through reactivity control.

Catalysis: Europium compounds, including Europium Acetate, are studied for their catalytic properties in chemical reactions, including organic transformations and industrial processes.

Research and Development: Europium Acetate is employed in scientific research and development in various fields including materials science, chemistry and physics due to its luminescent and magnetic properties.

Biological Studies: Europium-doped compounds are used in biological and biochemical studies as markers for biomolecules. Due to their luminescent characteristics, they are suitable for the detection of specific biological markers and molecules.

Scintillation Detectors: Europium-doped crystals can be used in scintillation detectors for the detection and measurement of radiation. They emit light pulses when exposed to ionising radiation. This property supports applications in nuclear physics and medical imaging.

Europium Acetate Packaging

Our Europium Acetate product is clearly marked and labelled to ensure effective identification and quality control. Considerable care is taken to avoid any damage during storage or transport.