Description

Dysprosium Tetracarbide is a specialized rare earth carbide compound with the chemical formula DyC4. This advanced material is valued for its unique structural and electronic properties, which are critical in high-performance research and industrial applications. It is primarily utilized in materials science research, advanced ceramics, and as a precursor in the synthesis of other dysprosium-containing compounds for the electronics and energy sectors.

Application

• Advanced Materials Research: A key precursor for synthesizing novel dysprosium-based alloys and intermetallic compounds.
• Specialized Ceramics: Used in the development of high-temperature and wear-resistant ceramic composites.
• Catalysis: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst support in specialized chemical synthesis processes.
• Electronic Materials: Serves as a source material for depositing dysprosium-containing thin films in semiconductor research.
• Energy Storage: Explored in research for next-generation battery and hydrogen storage materials.
• Additive Manufacturing: A potential feedstock material for producing specialized components via 3D printing techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dysprosium Tetracarbide
CAS No.	12543-88-3
Molecular Formula	DyC4
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Dysprosium carbide (DyC4); Tetracarbidyldysprosium; Dysprosium(IV) carbide; Dysprosium carbon alloy; DyC4; Rare earth tetracarbide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dysprosium Tetracarbide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including purity assay and phase identification, to meet exacting research and industrial standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every 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 moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or solid
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with Dysprosium Tetracarbide structure
Purity (DyC4 Basis)	≥ 95.0%
Metallic Impurities (ICP-OES)	Contact for details
Oxygen Content	Contact for details
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable

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