Description

Erbium Silicide is an inorganic compound of erbium and silicon, known for its unique electronic and thermal properties. This material is significant for advanced research and development in high-tech sectors, particularly where precise control over material characteristics at the nanoscale is required. It is primarily needed by industries focused on semiconductor research, thin-film deposition, and the development of novel electronic and optoelectronic devices.

Application

• Research and development of novel semiconductor materials and device architectures.
• As a precursor or target material in physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes for thin-film coatings.
• Fundamental studies in solid-state chemistry and materials science.
• Potential use in specialized thermoelectric materials research.
• Fabrication of experimental Schottky barrier and ohmic contacts in microelectronics.
• Component in high-temperature coatings and protective layers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Erbium Silicide
CAS No.	12434-16-1
Molecular Formula	ErSi2 (common phase)
Molecular Weight	215.37 g/mol (for ErSi2)
Synonyms	Erbium disilicide; Silicon erbide; ErSi2; Erbium(IV) silicide; Erbium silicon alloy; Rare earth silicide; Erbium silicon compound
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Erbium Silicide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, which may include analysis of metallic purity, phase identification via X-ray diffraction (XRD), and particle size distribution. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 such as argon or nitrogen to prevent oxidation when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with ErSi2 phase
Purity (Erbium basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.9%, 99.99% grades available)
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (-100 mesh, -325 mesh, etc.)
Trace Metallic Impurities	≤ 1000 ppm total

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