Praseodymium Chloride Hydrate Powder Description
Praseodymium Chloride Hydrate Powder is used as a catalyst and is incorporated in various technical processes. It is applied in the manufacture of glass and ceramics, thereby providing specific colour characteristics and controlled optical properties. It is used in the production of fluorescent materials for fluorescent lamps, whereby it ensures a measured light output. It is also employed in alloy formulations, which results in increased mechanical strength and corrosion resistance.
Praseodymium Chloride Hydrate Powder Reference Specification
Certificate of Analysis
Product Code
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CL59-4N
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CL59-3N
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CL59-2N
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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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Pr6O11/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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La2O3/TREO CeO2/TREO Nd2O3/TREO Sm2O3/TREO Eu2O3/TREO Gd2O3/TREO Y2O3/TREO
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50 50 100 10 10 10 50
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0.03 0.05 0.1 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01
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0.1 0.1 0.7 0.05 0.01 0.01 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 CdO PbO
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10 100 100 10 10
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0.003 0.02 0.01
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0.005 0.03 0.02
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Praseodymium Chloride Hydrate Powder Applications
- Catalysis: It is used as a catalyst in organic synthesis. It facilitates chemical reactions.
- Glass and Ceramics: It is used in the manufacture of glass and ceramics to produce coloured glass and ceramic materials for decorative and optical applications.
- Fluorescent Materials: It is used in the production of fluorescent materials for fluorescent lamps, television screens and other lighting applications.
- Alloys: It is added in alloy formulations to enhance mechanical strength and corrosion resistance.
- Research: It is used as a precursor in scientific research for the synthesis of praseodymium compounds and materials.
- Optics: It is utilised in specific optical devices and specialised glass for the manipulation and control of light.
- Metal Coatings: It is incorporated in metal coatings to improve surface properties and protection.
- Electronics: It is applied in the electronics industry owing to its defined electrical properties.
- Chemical Synthesis: It is used as a reagent in chemical synthesis for the production of specific compounds.