Description

Dysprosium Dicarbide is a specialized inorganic compound of dysprosium and carbon, known for its unique structural and electronic properties. This material is of significant interest in advanced materials science and high-tech manufacturing due to its potential role in modifying material characteristics at the atomic level. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the fields of solid-state chemistry, metallurgy, and materials engineering for applications requiring precise control over electronic or magnetic behavior.

Application

• Advanced Materials Research: A key precursor or additive in the synthesis of novel intermetallic compounds and carbide materials for property investigation.
• Catalyst Development: Investigated for potential use in specialized catalytic processes, particularly those involving carbon activation or transformation.
• Electronic and Magnetic Materials: Serves as a doping agent or component in the development of materials with tailored magnetic or electronic properties.
• High-Temperature Ceramics: Used in research for creating refractory ceramics and composites with enhanced stability under extreme conditions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Potential source material for depositing dysprosium-containing thin films in semiconductor or coating applications.
• Nuclear Industry Research: Studied for its neutron absorption characteristics and behavior in nuclear reactor environments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dysprosium Dicarbide
CAS No.	12175-80-3
Molecular Formula	C2Dy
Molecular Weight	186.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Dysprosium carbide (DyC2); Dysprosium(IV) carbide; Dicarbidyldysprosium; Dysprosium acetylide; EINECS 235-333-1

Quality Control

Our Dysprosium Dicarbide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including analysis of metallic purity, carbon content, and phase identification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon) to prevent oxidation and moisture absorption. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or solid
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with Dysprosium Dicarbide phase
Purity (Dy basis)	≥ 99.9% (Metals basis)
Carbon Content	~12.9% (Theoretical)
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	< 0.1% (Total)
Particle Size	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.