Description

Thulium Silicide is an inorganic compound belonging to the class of rare earth silicides. This material is valued for its unique electronic and thermal properties, making it a critical component in advanced material science and electronics. It is primarily utilized in research and development for semiconductor doping, thermoelectric materials, and as a precursor in thin-film deposition processes. Global industries seeking to enhance material performance in high-tech applications rely on consistent, high-purity supplies of this compound.

Application

• Semiconductor Industry: Used as a doping agent to modify the electrical properties of silicon-based semiconductors.
• Thermoelectric Materials: A component in the research and development of high-efficiency thermoelectric generators for waste heat recovery.
• Thin-Film Deposition: Serves as a sputtering target or precursor material in Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) processes.
• Materials Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying intermetallic compounds, silicide phases, and their properties.
• Specialty Alloys: An additive in the development of specialized alloys requiring specific thermal or electrical characteristics.
• Optoelectronics: Investigated for potential use in optoelectronic devices due to the properties of thulium.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thulium Silicide
CAS No.	12039-84-8
Molecular Formula	TmSi2 (most common)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Thulium Disilicide; Silicon Thulide; Thulium Silicon Alloy; Thulium(II) Silicide; Thulium Silicide (TmSi2); Rare Earth Silicide; EINECS 234-906-9
EINECS	234-906-9

Quality Control

Our Thulium Silicide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent composition, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metallic impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

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) when possible to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to TmSi2 phase
Purity (TmSi2 basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 1000 ppm total
Oxygen Content	< 1.0%
Particle Size (Custom)	Available upon request (-100 mesh, -325 mesh, etc.)

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