Thulium hydride (TmH₂/TmH₃) is a high-purity rare-earth compound recognized for its excellent hydrogen absorption, thermal stability, and unique electronic properties. It is widely used in hydrogen storage systems, magnetic materials, neutron absorbers, and advanced material research. Due to its superior performance in specialized applications, thulium hydride plays a vital role in precision engineering, scientific studies, and high-tech industries.
Product Overview
Thulium hydride is a compound consisting of thulium and hydrogen, with chemical formulas TmH2 or TmH3. It is an important rare-earth metal hydride commonly used to prepare high-purity thulium metal powders. Thulium hydride is highly reactive, particularly with water, and must be stored under sealed, dry conditions to prevent exposure to air and moisture.
Key Features
- High Purity: Available in 99% and 99.9% purity to meet diverse application requirements.
- Adjustable Particle Size: Customizable particle size ranging from 50 mesh to 500 mesh.
- Storage Requirements: Should be stored in sealed containers, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment.
- High Reactivity: Highly reactive, making it suitable for fine chemical reactions and the synthesis of high-purity metals.
Applications
- Rare Earth Metal Powder Preparation: Primarily used for the preparation of high-purity thulium metal powders.
- Electronic Materials and Optical Devices: Used in the production of electronic devices, laser components, and other optical applications.
- Catalysts: Can serve as a catalyst or catalyst carrier in certain chemical reactions.
- High-Performance Alloys: Used in the manufacturing of rare-earth alloys for high-end technological applications.