Description

Thulium Arsenide is an inorganic compound of the rare earth metal thulium and arsenic, with the CAS registry number 12006-10-9. This specialized material is valued for its unique semiconducting and optoelectronic properties, making it a critical component in advanced research and high-tech manufacturing. It is primarily sought by developers and manufacturers in the fields of semiconductor research, infrared optics, and specialized catalysis.

Application

• Semiconductor Research & Development: Used in the study and fabrication of novel III-V and rare-earth semiconductor compounds for specialized electronic applications.
• Infrared (IR) Optoelectronic Devices: A potential material for components in IR detectors, lasers, and sensors due to its specific bandgap properties.
• Specialized Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specific organic synthesis and petrochemical research processes.
• Thin Film Deposition: Serves as a source material for physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques to create functional thin films for research purposes.
• Solid-State Physics Studies: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories to investigate magnetic, electrical, and thermal properties of rare-earth arsenides.
• Doping Agent: Can be used as a dopant in other semiconductor materials to modify their electrical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thulium Arsenide
CAS No.	12006-10-9
Molecular Formula	AsTm
Molecular Weight	259.87 g/mol
Synonyms	Thulium monoarsenide; Arsenic thulium (1:1); Thulium(III) arsenide; Thulium arsenide (TmAs); Rare earth arsenide; CAS 12006-10-9
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Quality Control

Our Thulium Arsenide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including purity assay and impurity profiling via techniques like X-ray diffraction (XRD) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black crystalline solid or powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Purity (TmAs basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Trace Metals (ICP)	≤ 100 ppm total
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Particle Size	Customizable (-100 mesh, -325 mesh, etc.)

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