Description

Lutetium Boride CAS NO 12688-52-7 is a high-purity inorganic compound belonging to the rare earth boride family, known for its exceptional thermal stability and refractory properties. This material is critical for advanced industrial and research applications where extreme durability and specific electronic characteristics are required. It is primarily utilized in sectors such as aerospace, nuclear technology, and materials science research for components exposed to high-temperature environments.

Application

• High-Temperature Refractory Components: Used in the manufacturing of crucibles, linings, and other parts for metallurgical and crystal growth processes.
• Advanced Ceramics and Composites: Serves as a reinforcing additive to enhance the hardness, wear resistance, and thermal conductivity of ceramic matrix composites.
• Electron Emitter and Cathode Material: Employed in specialized electronic devices and vacuum tubes due to its favorable thermionic emission properties.
• Neutron Absorption and Shielding: Utilized in nuclear technology applications for its neutron capture cross-section.
• Research and Development: A key precursor in materials science for synthesizing novel compounds and studying the properties of rare earth borides.
• Protective Coatings: Applied as a thin film coating on components to provide resistance against oxidation and erosion at elevated temperatures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lutetium Boride
CAS No.	12688-52-7
Molecular Formula	LuB4, LuB6, LuB12 (common stoichiometries)
Molecular Weight	Varies by stoichiometry (e.g., LuB6 ≈ 218.49 g/mol)
Synonyms	Lutetium Tetraboride; Lutetium Hexaboride; Lutetium Dodecaboride; Lutetium(0) boride; Boron lutetium alloy; LuB4; LuB6; LuB12
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lutetium Boride is manufactured under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for elemental purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 or in a desiccator to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or crystals
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Purity (Lu basis, ICP)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Boron Content	Stoichiometric ± 1%
Crystal Phase	Primary phase as specified (e.g., LuB6)
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 1-10 µm, 45 µm)
Trace Metals (ICP)	< 100 ppm total
Oxygen Content	< 0.5%

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