Description

Ytterbium Antimonide is an inorganic intermetallic compound of the rare earth element ytterbium and the metalloid antimony. This material is valued for its distinct electronic and thermoelectric properties, making it a subject of advanced materials research. It is primarily utilized in specialized applications within the semiconductor, thermoelectric, and solid-state physics research sectors. Our supply ensures high purity and consistent quality for demanding industrial and research applications.

Application

• Research and development of novel thermoelectric materials for energy harvesting and cooling applications.
• As a dopant or precursor material in semiconductor fabrication for tuning electronic properties.
• Component in specialized alloys and intermetallic compounds for high-performance material studies.
• Fundamental research in solid-state physics and condensed matter science.
• Potential use in infrared detection and optoelectronic device research.
• Catalyst research for specific chemical synthesis processes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ytterbium Antimonide
CAS No.	12039-34-8
Molecular Formula	YbSb
Molecular Weight	262.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Antimony ytterbium; Ytterbium(3+) antimonide; Ytterbium monotelluride (YbSb); YbSb compound; Ytterbium antimonide (YbSb); Antimony ytterbium (1:1); Ytterbium(III) antimonide
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Quality Control

Our Ytterbium Antimonide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific 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 incompatible substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Metallic solid, pieces or powder
Assay (YbSb)	≥ 99.9% (Metals basis)
Purity (Ytterbium)	≥ 99.9% (REO)
Particle Size	Customizable (-100 mesh, -325 mesh, etc.)
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	< 0.1% total
Oxygen Content	< 500 ppm
Nitrogen Content	< 100 ppm

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