Description

Copper(I) Hydride is an inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced materials synthesis and catalysis. Its unique reactivity profile makes it a valuable precursor for creating copper-based nanomaterials and thin films. This material is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, semiconductor, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop next-generation conductive coatings and catalytic systems. Copper(I) Hydride CAS NO 13517-00-5 must be handled with care due to its sensitivity.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for homogeneous and heterogeneous copper catalysts used in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and reduction reactions.
• Thin Film Deposition: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes to create high-purity copper films for semiconductor interconnects and electronic devices.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Acts as a reactive precursor for the controlled synthesis of copper nanoparticles and nanostructures with defined shapes and sizes.
• Reducing Agent: Employed in specialized organic and inorganic transformations where a selective copper-based reductant is required.
• Research & Development: A critical compound for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel copper chemistry, materials science, and energy storage applications.
• Additive Manufacturing: Investigated for use in conductive inks and pastes for printed electronics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(I) Hydride
CAS No.	13517-00-5
Molecular Formula	CuH
Molecular Weight	64.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Cuprous Hydride; Copper Monohydride; Hydridocopper; Hydrocopper; CuH; Copper Hydride (CuH)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Copper(I) Hydride is produced and handled under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for metallic impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each lot is provided to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), this material must be stored under an inert gas (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. The container should be kept sealed and only opened in a controlled, moisture-free environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to dark brown powder or solid
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Purity (CuH basis)	≥ 95%
Copper (Cu) Content	Contact for details
X-Ray Diffraction Pattern	Characteristic for CuH phase
Particle Size (Typical)	Contact for details

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