Neodymium fluoride NdF3 Powder

Product Properties

Name: Neodymium fluoride
Formula: NdF3
CAS No.: 13709-42-7
Molecular Weight: 201.24
Density: 6.5 g/cm3
Melting point: 1410 °C
Appearance: Pale purple crystalline or powder

Specification of Neodymium fluoride

 
Nd2O3/TREO (% min.)99.99999.9999.999
TREO (% min.)81818181
Rare Earth Impuritiesppm max.ppm max.% max.% max.
La2O3/TREO
CeO2/TREO
Pr6O11/TREO
Sm2O3/TREO
Eu2O3/TREO
Y2O3/TREO		3
3
5
5
1
1		50
20
50
3
3
3		0.01
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.03
0.03		0.05
0.05
0.5
0.05
0.04
0.03
Non-Rare Earth Impuritiesppm max.ppm max.% max.% max.
Fe2O3
SiO2
CaO
CuO
PbO
NiO
Cl-		5
30
50
10
10
10
50		10
50
50
10
10
10
100		0.05
0.03
0.052
0.002
0.042
0.035
0.031		0.1
0.05
0.1
0.005
0.012
0.001
0.05

 

Application of Neodymium fluoride

  • Optical Coatings: In optics, neodymium fluoride is used in the deposition of thin film coatings on lenses and other optical elements. These coatings can modify the reflective and anti-reflective properties of the surfaces, enhancing the performance of optical systems in lasers, cameras, and scientific instruments.

  • Lasers: NdF3 is a key dopant for solid-state laser materials, such as Nd:YAG (Neodymium-doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet) lasers. It provides the neodymium ions that are essential for the laser operation, allowing these materials to emit light efficiently when excited. Nd:YAG lasers are widely used in medical procedures, materials processing, and as pump sources for other types of lasers.

  • Ceramics and Electronics: Neodymium fluoride can also be used in the production of ceramics and electronic components where neodymium’s electrical and magnetic properties are beneficial. Its incorporation into ceramic materials can improve their electrical, thermal, and mechanical properties, making them suitable for use in advanced electronics and energy applications.

  • Nuclear Reactors: In some specialized applications, NdF3 is used in nuclear technology. Its ability to absorb neutrons can make it useful as a component in nuclear reactor control rods or in nuclear waste management processes.

  • Rare Earth Alloys: It serves as a precursor for the production of alloys containing neodymium, which are critical in the manufacturing of high-strength magnets used in various high-tech and industrial applications.