Samarium(III) chloride (SmCl₃) is a high-purity rare-earth compound known for its excellent solubility, thermal stability, and chemical reactivity. It is widely used in catalysts, phosphor formulations, laser materials, and advanced research applications. Due to its superior electronic and optical properties, samarium chloride plays a crucial role in precision engineering, scientific studies, and specialized industrial processes.
Product Overview
Samarium(III) chloride (SmCl3) is a white to yellow powder with a molar mass of 256.71 g·mol⁻¹ and a density of 4.46 g/mL. This compound is highly soluble in water and is commonly used in the preparation of metallic samarium. It has low water (≤20 ppm) and oxygen (≤50 ppm) content, making it suitable for precise scientific experiments and samarium extraction.
Product Features
- High Purity:Available in 99.5% and 99.95% purity options to meet research needs.
- Low Water and Oxygen Content:Water content ≤20 ppm and oxygen content ≤50 ppm, ensuring high-quality experimental materials.
- Good Solubility:Easily dissolves in water, making it easy to handle.
- High Density:With a density of 4.46 g/mL, it is ideal for applications requiring specific physical properties.
Applications
- Metallic Samarium Preparation:Primarily used in the production of metallic samarium.
- Rare Earth Materials Research:Widely used in the study of rare earth elements.
- Scientific Research:Applied in experimental research in fields such as physics, chemistry, and materials science.
- High Purity Experiments:Ideal for experiments that require low impurities and high purity materials.
Item | Description |
Product Name | Samarium chloride |
Chemical Formula | SmCl3 |
CAS Number | 10361-82-7 |
Purity | 99.5%, 99.95% |
Water Content | ≤20ppm |
Oxygen Content | ≤50ppm |
Particle Size | Customized |
Melting/Boiling Point | MP N/A, BP N/A |
Physical Properties | Molar mass 256.71 g·mol-1, appearance of white to yellow powder, soluble in water, density 4.46 g/ml |
Storage Conditions | Room temperature, sealed, light-protected, ventilated, dry |
Main Uses | Used for preparing samarium metal and others |