Description

Vanadium Phosphide is an advanced inorganic compound with the chemical formula VP, known for its unique catalytic and electronic properties. This material is critical for applications requiring high-performance catalysts and specialized semiconductor components. It is primarily utilized by industries focused on materials science, heterogeneous catalysis, and the development of next-generation electronic devices.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of hydroprocessing and dehydrogenation catalysts for the petrochemical industry.
• Semiconductor Research: Investigated as a potential material for thin-film transistors and other electronic components due to its specific bandgap properties.
• Alloy Hardening Agent: Acts as a grain refiner and strengthening phase in specialty steel and metal alloys to enhance wear resistance.
• Energy Storage: Explored as an anode material in lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery research for improved capacity and cycle life.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a reagent in the preparation of other vanadium-containing compounds and phosphides.
• Surface Coating: Utilized in the development of wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant coatings for industrial tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vanadium Phosphide
CAS No.	12066-53-4
Molecular Formula	VP
Molecular Weight	81.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Vanadium(III) phosphide; Phosphinidynevanadium; Vanadium monophosphide; VP; Vanadium phosphide (VP); Vanadium-phosphorus compound
EINECS	235-087-2

Quality Control

Our Vanadium Phosphide is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as purity, particle size, and metallic impurities. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

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 such as argon or nitrogen to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or crystalline solid
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard VP pattern
Assay (Vanadium content)	≥ 99% (metals basis)
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Trace Metals (ICP-OES)	≤ 0.5% total
Oxygen Content	≤ 1.0%

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