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Europium fluoride (EuF₃) is a high-purity rare earth compound recognized for its exceptional optical, phosphorescent, and chemical stability properties. It is widely used in phosphor manufacturing, laser applications, optical coatings, and advanced electronic components. Due to its superior fluorescence and luminescence characteristics, europium fluoride plays a crucial role in display technology, fiber optics, and scientific research, ensuring reliable performance in demanding applications.
Product Overview
Europium fluoride (EuF3) is a chemically stable compound, commonly found as a gray powder. It is insoluble in water but dissolves easily in acids. The compound has an orthorhombic crystal structure and exhibits strong luminescence, emitting bright red light. Field emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM) imaging reveals that its micro-nanowires have a length of approximately 550nm and a diameter of around 155nm. EuF3 can be synthesized via hydrothermal, acid-base neutralization, and electrolyte modification methods.
Product Features
- Chemical Stability:Europium fluoride is chemically stable and easy to handle.
- Luminescence:Strong red light emission capabilities.
- Micro-Nano Structure:Can be synthesized into micro-nanowires using hydrothermal methods.
- Solubility:Insoluble in water, but easily soluble in acids.
Applications
- Laser Emitters:Used in laser emitter materials.
- Optical and Biological Markers:Applied in optical and biological tagging.
- Fluorine-Containing Pharmaceuticals and Veterinary Drugs:Used in the production of fluorine-based drugs.
- Laser Active Material:Calcium europium fluoride used as a laser active medium.
- Research Laboratory Reagents:Used as a reagent in laboratory research.
- Optical Fiber Doping:Employed to enhance the performance of optical fibers.
- Fluorescent Luminescent Materials:Used in the development of fluorescent materials.
- Optical Coatings and Fiber Optics:Applied in optical coating materials and optical fibers.
- Electronic Device Materials:Used in the fabrication of high-end electronic components.
- Antiseptic and Preservative:Exhibits bactericidal and preservative properties.
| Technical Parameters | Values |
| Molecular Formula | EuF3 |
| CAS Number | 13765-25-8 |
| Molar Mass | 208.96 |
| Appearance | Gray powder |
| Melting Point | 1390℃ |
| Boiling Point | 2280℃ |
