Samarium Fluoride SmF3

Product Properties

Name: Samarium Fluoride
Formula: SmF3
CAS No.: 13765-24-7
Molecular Weight: 207.35
Density: 6.60 g/cm3
Melting point: 1306° C
Appearance: Slightly yellow powder

Specification of Samarium Fluoride

 

 Grade

99.99%

99.9%

99%

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

 

 

 

Sm2O3/TREO (% min.)

99.99

99.9

99

TREO (% min.)

81

81

81

Rare Earth Impurities

ppm max.

% max.

% max.

Pr6O11/TREO
Nd2O3/TREO
Eu2O3/TREO
Gd2O3/TREO
Y2O3/TREO

50
100
100
50
50

0.01
0.05
0.03
0.03
0.01

0.03
0.25
0.25
0.03
0.02

Non-Rare Earth Impurities

ppm max.

% max.

% max.

Fe2O3
SiO2
CaO
Cl-
NiO
CuO
CoO

5
50
100
100
10
10
10

0.001
0.015
0.02
0.011

0.003
0.03
0.02
0.02

 

Application of Samarium Fluoride

  • Glass, Ceramics, and Optics Manufacturing: Samarium fluoride is used in the production of glass and ceramics, especially in applications where specific optical properties are required. It helps in the manufacture of glasses that are resistant to radiation and have special refractive properties. In optics, SmF3 can be used in the coating of lenses to enhance their performance by modifying their reflective and transmissive properties. These coatings can improve the efficiency of optical instruments and protect sensitive optical components from damage or degradation.

  • Catalysis: In the field of catalysis, samarium fluoride can act as a catalyst or co-catalyst in various organic synthesis reactions. Its role in catalysis often involves facilitating reactions that lead to the formation of complex organic compounds, improving reaction rates, or increasing selectivity towards desired products.

  • Research and Development: Samarium fluoride is used in scientific research, particularly in the study of materials science and solid-state chemistry. Researchers investigate its properties and potential applications in new materials with advanced functionalities. This includes exploring its use in electronics, energy storage, and conversion technologies, as well as in novel luminescent materials.

  • Electronics and Semiconductors: Though less common, samarium fluoride can be involved in the production of electronic and semiconductor materials. Its properties can influence the electronic structure and behavior of materials, potentially leading to applications in the development of sensors, memory devices, and other electronic components.