Description

Lithium Aluminate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula LiAlO₂, valued for its high-temperature stability and ionic conductivity. This material is a critical component in advanced ceramics and solid-state electrolyte systems. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the energy storage, electronics, and specialty glass industries seeking to develop next-generation technologies.

Application

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs): Used as an electrolyte matrix or sealant material due to its excellent thermal and chemical stability at high operating temperatures.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolytes: Serves as a key component in the development of solid-state and composite electrolytes to enhance safety and energy density.
• Advanced Ceramics: Acts as a sintering aid and a primary phase in the production of high-alumina ceramics for demanding industrial applications.
• Catalyst Support: Utilized as a stable, high-surface-area support material for various high-temperature catalytic processes.
• Specialty Glass & Coatings: Incorporated into glass formulations and protective coatings to improve thermal shock resistance and durability.
• Nuclear Technology: Employed as a tritium breeder material or a component in ceramic forms for nuclear applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Aluminate
CAS No.	12003-67-7
Molecular Formula	LiAlO₂
Molecular Weight	65.92 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Aluminium Oxide; Lithium Metaaluminate; LiAlO₂; Aluminum Lithium Oxide; Lithium Aluminum Oxide; Aluminate(1-), lithium (1:1); Lithium Aluminate (LiAlO₂)
EINECS	234-434-9

Quality Control

Our Lithium Aluminate is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as phase composition, purity, particle size distribution, and trace element content. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and industrial manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (XRD)	Complies (α-phase or γ-phase as specified)
Assay (LiAlO₂)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 μm (or as specified)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Impurities (ICP-OES)	Na, K, Ca, Fe, Si each ≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.