Description

Terbium Aluminide is an intermetallic compound composed of terbium and aluminum, known for its unique magnetic and electronic properties. This material is critical for advanced technology sectors that require specialized alloys and functional materials. It is primarily utilized in research and development, as well as in the manufacturing of high-performance components within the electronics, aerospace, and specialized metallurgy industries.

Application

• Permanent Magnet Manufacturing: A key component in the production of high-performance, high-coercivity magnets, particularly for specialized applications requiring thermal stability.
• Advanced Alloy Development: Used as a strategic additive to create aluminum-based alloys with enhanced strength, corrosion resistance, and specific functional properties.
• Solid-State Research: Serves as a crucial material in condensed matter physics for studying magnetocaloric effects, magnetic ordering, and other fundamental properties.
• Electronics and Spintronics: Investigated for use in next-generation data storage devices, sensors, and spintronic components due to its magnetic characteristics.
• Specialized Coatings: Employed in the deposition of thin films for optical and protective coatings in demanding environments.
• Aerospace Components: Utilized in the development of lightweight, high-strength materials for critical aerospace structures and systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Terbium Aluminide
CAS No.	12043-28-6
Molecular Formula	AlTb (commonly TbAl2, TbAl3, etc. - stoichiometry varies)
Molecular Weight	Varies by stoichiometry (e.g., TbAl2 ~ 222.89 g/mol)
Synonyms	Aluminum Terbium Alloy; Terbium-Aluminum Intermetallic; TbAl2; TbAl3; Terbium Dialuminide; Terbium Trialuminide; Terbium Aluminum Compound; Al-Tb Alloy
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Terbium Aluminide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analysis to confirm chemical composition, phase purity, and particulate morphology. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as metallic purity, phase identification via XRD, and particle size distribution. Specifications can be tailored to meet specific research or industrial grade 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 handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) when possible to prevent surface oxidation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray metallic pieces or powder
Terbium (Tb) Content	≥ 99.5% (Metals basis)
Phase Purity (XRD)	Primary phase as specified (e.g., TbAl2, TbAl3)
Major Metallic Impurities	≤ 0.5% (Total)
Oxygen Content	< 1.0%
Particle Size (for powder grades)	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)

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