Holmium hydride (HoH₂/HoH₃) is a high-purity rare-earth compound known for its excellent hydrogen absorption, thermal stability, and unique magnetic properties. It is widely used in hydrogen storage systems, neutron absorbers, specialized alloys, and advanced material research. Due to its exceptional performance in specialized applications, holmium hydride plays a crucial role in precision engineering, scientific studies, and industrial innovation.
Product Overview
Holmium hydride is a compound consisting of holmium and hydrogen, with chemical formulas HoH2 or HoH3. It is primarily used for the preparation of high-purity holmium metal and other holmium-based materials. Holmium hydride is highly reactive and should be stored in sealed conditions to prevent exposure to moisture in the air.
Key Features
- High Purity: Available in 99% and 99.9% purity, suitable for precision manufacturing and high-end technical applications.
- Adjustable Particle Size: Customizable particle size range from 50 mesh to 500 mesh, tailored to customer requirements.
- Storage Requirements: Should be stored in a sealed container, kept in a cool, dry place, and in a well-ventilated area.
- High Reactivity: Highly sensitive to moisture, requiring storage in a dry environment to maintain stability.
Applications
- High-Purity Rare Earth Metal Preparation: Primarily used in the production of high-purity holmium metal, which is important in metallurgy and materials science.
- Laser Technology: Widely used in laser technology, especially in holmium lasers and related equipment.
- Electronic and Optical Devices: A key raw material for electronic and optical applications, such as optical fibers and optoelectronic devices.
- Rare Earth Alloys: Used in the synthesis of rare earth alloys, improving their properties such as high-temperature resistance and strength.