Description

Rhenium Selenide is an inorganic compound composed of the rare transition metal rhenium and selenium. This material is valued for its unique semiconducting and thermoelectric properties, which are of significant interest in advanced materials research and development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of solid-state physics, nanotechnology, and electronics. Rhenium Selenide CAS NO 12038-64-1 represents a high-purity material essential for pushing the boundaries of next-generation electronic and energy conversion devices.

Application

• Research and development of novel semiconductor materials and heterostructures.
• Fabrication of thermoelectric devices for waste heat recovery and power generation.
• Component in specialized catalytic systems for chemical synthesis.
• Precursor material for the synthesis of other rhenium or selenium-containing compounds.
• Fundamental studies in solid-state physics and two-dimensional (2D) materials.
• Potential use in photovoltaic and optoelectronic applications.
• Additive in advanced lubricants and wear-resistant coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhenium Selenide
CAS No.	12038-64-1
Molecular Formula	ReSe2 (most common)
Molecular Weight	344.13 g/mol (for ReSe2)
Synonyms	Rhenium Diselenide; Dirhenium Selenide; Rhenium(IV) Selenide; Selenoxorhenium; EINECS 234-882-0
EINECS	234-882-0

Quality Control

Our Rhenium Selenide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials are subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for elemental purity and trace metal content. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results is provided with each shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

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 and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or crystals
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to ReSe2 structure
Purity (Re basis, ICP)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Trace Metals (ICP)	< 100 ppm total

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