Description

Gadolinium Silicide (CAS NO 12134-75-7) is an inorganic intermetallic compound valued for its unique electronic and magnetic properties. This material is critical for advanced research and development in fields requiring specialized semiconductor and thermoelectric components. It is primarily utilized by industries focused on solid-state physics, materials science, and high-tech manufacturing.

Application

• Thermoelectric Materials: A key component in the research and development of high-efficiency thermoelectric generators for waste heat recovery.
• Semiconductor Research: Used in the fabrication of specialized semiconductor devices and thin films for experimental electronics.
• Magnetic Material Studies: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the synthesis of novel magnetic and spintronic materials.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a source material in CVD processes for depositing gadolinium-containing silicide coatings.
• Alloy Development: Employed in metallurgical research to create advanced alloys with tailored properties for specific industrial applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for universities, national laboratories, and corporate R&D centers exploring new material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium Silicide
CAS No.	12134-75-7
Molecular Formula	GdSi2 (common phase)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Digadolinium Trisilicide; Gadolinium Disilicide; Gadolinium(IV) Silicide; Silicic Acid, Gadolinium(4+) Salt; GdSi2; Gadolinium Silicon Alloy
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Gadolinium Silicide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including purity assay and metallic impurity profiling via techniques like ICP-MS or GD-MS. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 structure
Purity (GdSi2 phase)	≥ 99.5%
Trace Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	≤ 500 ppm total
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.