Neodymium Nitrate Description
Neodymium nitrate is predominantly used in glass, crystals and capacitors. It imparts subtle hues to glass, ranging from pure violet to burgundy and warm grey. Light transmitted through such glass exhibits distinct absorption bands. It is utilised for protective lenses in welding goggles. It is also employed in CRT displays to intensify the contrast between red and green tones. In glass production, it is valued for imparting a violet tint.
Neodymium Nitrate Specification
Certificate of Analysis
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Product Code
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NO60-5N
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NO60-4N
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NO60-3N
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NO60-2N
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Grade
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99.999%
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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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Nd2O3/TREO (% min.)
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99.999
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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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37
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37
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37
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37
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Rare Earth Impurities (in TREM, % max.)
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ppm max.
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ppm max.
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% max.
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% max.
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La2O3/TREO
CeO2/TREO
Pr6O11/TREO
Sm2O3/TREO
Eu2O3/TREO
Y2O3/TREO
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3
3
5
5
1
1
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50
20
50
3
3
3
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0.01
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.03
0.03
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0.05
0.05
0.5
0.05
0.05
0.03
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Non-Rare Earth Impurities
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ppm max.
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ppm max.
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% max.
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% max.
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Fe2O3
SiO2
CaO
CuO
PbO
NiO
Cl-
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5
30
50
1
1
3
10
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10
50
50
2
5
5
100
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0.001
0.005
0.005
0.002
0.001
0.001
0.03
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0.005
0.02
0.01
0.005
0.002
0.001
0.02
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Neodymium Nitrate Applications:
Ceramics and Glass: Neodymium-doped glass and ceramic materials are used to produce distinct colours in art glass, decorative glassware and stained glass. The addition of neodymium causes a change in hue; under natural light the material exhibits a bluish tint, whereas under incandescent light it appears purplish-red.
Lasers: Neodymium-doped crystals, particularly neodymium-doped yttrium aluminium garnet (Nd:YAG) crystals, are essential in the production of high-performance solid-state lasers. Nd:YAG lasers are employed in material processing, laser engraving, medical procedures (e.g. eye surgery) and scientific research.
Magnets: Neodymium is a key component in the manufacture of neodymium–iron–boron magnets (NdFeB). These magnets are used in various applications, such as electric motors, loudspeakers, hard drives and magnetic separators.
Catalysis: Neodymium compounds, including neodymium nitrate, serve as catalysts in chemical reactions, particularly in the production of plastics and synthetic rubber.
Metallurgy: Neodymium is added to specific alloys, for example aluminium alloys, to improve mechanical properties such as strength and corrosion resistance.
Luminescent Materials: Neodymium-doped phosphors are employed in various display technologies, including cathode ray tubes and flat panel displays, to enhance colour accuracy and efficiency.
Colouration in Glass and Plastics: Neodymium compounds are used as pigments in the manufacture of coloured glass and plastics, including sunglass lenses, to achieve specific tints and shades.
Nuclear Reactors: Neodymium is used as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors, thereby regulating the rate of fission and maintaining reactor stability.
MRI Scanners: Neodymium-based superconducting materials are utilised in the construction of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners and contribute to the generation of magnetic fields.
Water Treatment: Neodymium compounds have been investigated for potential use in water treatment processes, including the adsorption and removal of contaminants.
Research and Development: Neodymium compounds are employed in scientific research and development in diverse fields, including materials science, chemistry and physics.
Neodymium Nitrate Powder Packaging
Our Neodymium Nitrate Powder is handled appropriately during storage and transport, thereby preserving the quality of the product in its original state.
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