Europium Chloride Description
Europium chloride powder is a chemical compound composed of europium (Eu) cations and chloride (Cl) anions. It belongs to the group of europium compounds and is classed as a rare earth metal halide. Europium chloride is used primarily because of its luminescence properties and plays a key role in the production of phosphors employed in lighting, display technology and security applications.
Europium Chloride Specifications
Item No.
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Description
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Purity (REO/TREO)
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CL63-3N
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Europium chloride TREO: > 45%
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99.9%
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CL63-4N
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Europium chloride TREO: > 45%
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99.99%
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Europium Chloride Applications
- Cathode ray tube (CRT) displays: Europium chloride is used in the production of red phosphors for CRT screens.
- Fluorescent lamps: Europium chloride-based phosphors are used in fluorescent lamps to generate various colours of visible light.
- LEDs (light-emitting diodes): Europium chloride is applied to improve the colour rendering properties of LEDs.
- Security features: Europium chloride phosphors are employed in the production of security features for banknotes, passports and other valuable documents. Their luminescence properties are difficult to replicate, thereby assisting in anti-counterfeiting measures.
- X-ray imaging: Europium chloride is utilised in the scintillator screens of X-ray devices.
- Laser materials: Europium chloride is incorporated into laser materials to generate specific laser wavelengths.
- Research and development: Europium chloride and other europium compounds are used in scientific research, particularly in materials science and solid-state physics. Researchers examine their luminescence properties and use them for the development of advanced materials and technologies.
Europium Chloride Packaging
The europium chloride product features clear external labelling and is properly marked to facilitate efficient identification and quality control. Measures are taken to prevent damage during storage or transport.
