Description

Lutetium Nitride is an inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced materials research and high-tech manufacturing. Its unique electronic and structural properties make it a valuable precursor for specialized applications demanding high purity and performance. This material is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of semiconductors, phosphors, and catalysis. We supply high-quality Lutetium Nitride CAS NO 12125-25-6 to support innovation and production in these critical industries.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a high-k dielectric material or dopant source in the fabrication of next-generation electronic devices.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Materials: A key component in the synthesis of specialized phosphors for lighting, displays, and radiation detection.
• Catalysis Research: Used as a catalyst or catalyst support in studies involving nitrogen fixation and other chemical transformations.
• Thin Film Deposition: Serves as a target material for physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques like sputtering to create functional coatings.
• Ceramic & Advanced Alloys: An additive to enhance the properties of nitride-based ceramics and high-performance alloys.
• Solid-State Chemistry Research: A fundamental material for investigating the properties of rare-earth nitrides and related compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lutetium Nitride
CAS No.	12125-25-6
Molecular Formula	LuN
Molecular Weight	190.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Lutetium(III) nitride; Lutetium mononitride; Azanylidynelutetium; Nitrogen lutetide; Nitridolutetium; LuN; Lutetium nitride (LuN)
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Quality Control

Our Lutetium Nitride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including purity assay and impurity profiling via techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, this material must be stored in a cool, dry place under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. The container should be kept sealed and only opened in a controlled, dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark crystalline solid or powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to LuN structure
Purity (LuN basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Metallic Impurities (ICP)	≤ 100 ppm total
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (customizable)

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