Description

Ytterbium Telluride is an inorganic compound belonging to the rare earth chalcogenide family, valued for its distinct semiconducting and thermoelectric properties. This material is critical for advanced research and development in next-generation electronic and energy conversion technologies. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the semiconductor, optoelectronics, and materials science sectors for applications requiring precise control over electrical and thermal characteristics.

Application

• Thermoelectric Devices: A key component in the fabrication of high-efficiency thermoelectric generators and coolers for waste heat recovery and precise temperature control systems.
• Semiconductor Research: Used as a specialized semiconductor material in the study of narrow-bandgap physics and for developing novel electronic devices.
• Infrared Optoelectronics: Employed in the research and development of infrared detectors, sensors, and other optoelectronic components due to its specific optical properties.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the synthesis of complex composite materials and thin films for specialized coatings.
• Solid-State Physics Studies: Utilized in fundamental research to investigate magnetic, electrical, and thermal transport phenomena in rare earth compounds.
• Catalysis Research: Explored as a potential catalyst or catalyst support in certain chemical reactions due to its unique surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ytterbium Telluride
CAS No.	12125-58-5
Molecular Formula	YbTe
Molecular Weight	296.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Ytterbium monotelluride; Tellanylidyneytterbium; Ytterbium(III) telluride; Ytterbium telluride (YbTe); YbTe; Rare earth telluride
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Quality Control

Our Ytterbium Telluride is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and trace metal analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test 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, and 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black crystalline pieces or powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard pattern
Purity (YbTe Basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% and 99.999% available)
Trace Metal Analysis (ICP-MS)	< 100 ppm total
Oxygen Content	< 500 ppm
Particle Size (Custom)	Available upon request (-100 mesh, -200 mesh, etc.)

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