Description

Hafnium Hydride CAS NO 12770-26-2 is an inorganic compound of hafnium and hydrogen, valued for its high hydrogen content and unique material properties. This material is critical in advanced technology sectors where controlled hydrogen storage and release or specialized metallurgical properties are required. It is primarily utilized by industries focused on nuclear technology, aerospace components, and advanced materials research.

Application

• Nuclear Industry: Used as a neutron moderator or control material in specialized reactor designs due to hafnium's high neutron absorption cross-section.
• Aerospace & Defense: Employed in high-temperature alloys and coatings for turbine engines and thermal protection systems.
• Hydrogen Storage: Investigated as a potential solid-state material for hydrogen storage and battery applications.
• Powder Metallurgy: Serves as an additive or precursor in the production of specialized hafnium-based alloys and cermets.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a precursor for depositing hafnium-containing thin films in semiconductor and optical coating processes.
• Gettering Applications: Used to scavenge oxygen and other impurities in high-vacuum systems and electronic device manufacturing.
• Research & Development: Fundamental studies in materials science, hydrogen embrittlement, and properties of metal hydrides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hafnium Hydride
CAS No.	12770-26-2
Molecular Formula	HfHx (x typically ~2)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Hafnium Dihydride; Hafnium(IV) Hydride; Hydrogen Hafnium Alloy; Hafnium Hydrogen Alloy; HfH2; Hafnium Hydride Powder; Hafnium Metal Hydride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hafnium Hydride is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Quality is verified through analysis of key parameters including hydrogen content, metallic purity, particle size distribution, and oxygen/nitrogen impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these specifications is provided with each shipment. We support compliance with relevant industry and research standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Assay (HfHx basis)	≥ 95%
Hydrogen Content	Contact for details
Metallic Purity (Hf)	≥ 99%
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 1-50 µm)
Oxygen Content	< 1.0%
Nitrogen Content	< 0.5%

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