Description

Cerium Silicide (CAS NO 12014-85-6) is an important inorganic compound belonging to the class of rare earth silicides. It serves as a critical functional material valued for its unique thermal, electrical, and chemical properties in advanced industrial applications. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors such as electronics, metallurgy, and materials science seeking to enhance product performance and durability.

Application

• Thermoelectric Materials: Used in the fabrication of high-temperature thermoelectric devices for power generation and cooling systems.
• Semiconductor Industry: Acts as a dopant or a component in thin-film layers for specialized electronic and optoelectronic devices.
• High-Temperature Structural Components: Employed as a reinforcing phase or coating in intermetallic composites and cermets for aerospace and automotive applications.
• Gettering Agent: Utilized in vacuum systems and metallurgical processes to absorb residual gases and impurities.
• Research & Development: Serves as a precursor or model compound in materials science research for studying silicide formation and properties.
• Alloying Additive: Incorporated into specialty steels and non-ferrous alloys to improve oxidation resistance and high-temperature strength.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium Silicide
CAS No.	12014-85-6
Molecular Formula	CeSi2 (most common)
Molecular Weight	204.29 g/mol (for CeSi2)
Synonyms	Cerium disilicide; Silicon ceride; Cerium(IV) silicide; CeSi2; Rare earth silicide; Cerium silicon alloy; EINECS 234-580-1
EINECS	234-580-1

Quality Control

Our Cerium Silicide is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure consistency and meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size, and metallic impurities is provided with every shipment.

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 moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen for long-term storage to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Purity (CeSi2 basis)	≥ 99.5%
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 1-10 µm, 45 µm)
Metallic Impurities (ICP-OES)	≤ 500 ppm total
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%

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