Description

Calcium Lanthanum Sulfide is an inorganic compound belonging to the class of rare earth chalcogenides. This material is valued for its unique optical and electronic properties, making it a subject of interest in advanced material science and technology development. Key industrial and research applications leverage its specific characteristics for functional ceramics and luminescent materials.

Application

• Solid-State Electrolytes: Research and development of materials for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) and other electrochemical devices.
• Phosphor Host Material: A base matrix for doping with other rare earth ions to create luminescent materials for displays or lighting.
• Advanced Ceramics: A component in the synthesis of specialized ceramics with tailored thermal and electrical properties.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a potential catalyst or catalyst support in certain chemical processes.
• Infrared Optical Materials: Potential use in infrared-transmitting windows or lenses due to the properties of sulfide compounds.
• Semiconductor Research: Studied for its electronic band structure and potential in novel semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Lanthanum Sulfide
CAS No.	12525-03-0
Molecular Formula	CaLa2S4
Molecular Weight	402.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Lanthanum Calcium Sulfide; Calcium Dilanthanum Tetrasulfide; Lanthanum Calcium Sulphide; CaLa2S4; Calcium Lanthanum Sulphide; Rare Earth Calcium Sulfide
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Quality Control

Our Calcium Lanthanum Sulfide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase purity and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for elemental composition. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is provided with each shipment.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystals
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with CaLa2S4 phase
Purity (by ICP-OES)	> 99.9% (Metals basis)
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 1-10 µm)
Loss on Drying	< 0.5 %

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