Description

Scandium (III) Niobate is an advanced inorganic compound with the chemical formula ScNbO₄, representing a high-purity mixed oxide of scandium and niobium. This material is valued for its unique dielectric and electro-optical properties, making it a critical component in specialized electronic and ceramic applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the electronics, telecommunications, and advanced materials research sectors seeking to develop next-generation components.

Application

• Dielectric Ceramics: A key material in the formulation of high-performance, temperature-stable dielectric ceramics for capacitors and resonators.
• Electro-Optic Devices: Used in the research and production of components for optical modulators, waveguides, and non-linear optical systems.
• Catalyst Research: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst support in specialized chemical synthesis and petroleum refining processes.
• Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs): Investigated for use as an electrolyte or electrode material due to its ionic conductivity properties.
• Piezoelectric Materials: A candidate dopant or base material in the development of advanced piezoelectric composites.
• Protective Coatings: Applied in thin-film coatings for components requiring high thermal and chemical stability.
• High-Temperature Sensors: Used in the fabrication of sensors designed to operate in extreme thermal environments.
• Advanced Material Research: A precursor for synthesizing novel complex oxides and nanomaterials in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	Scandium (III) Niobate
CAS No.	12351-60-9
Molecular Formula	ScNbO₄
Molecular Weight	221.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Scandium Niobate; Niobium Scandium Oxide; Scandium Niobium Oxide; Scandium Metaniobate; ScNbO₄; Scandium Orthoniobate; Niobic Acid Scandium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Scandium (III) Niobate is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) spectroscopy for elemental assay and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent caking or chemical degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard pattern
Purity (ScNbO₄)	≥ 99.9%
Scandium (Sc) Content	≥ 20.2%
Niobium (Nb) Content	≥ 41.8%
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm
Loss on Ignition	< 1.0%

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