Description

Samarium Trihydride is an inorganic compound of samarium and hydrogen, known for its unique properties as a rare earth hydride. This material is of significant interest in advanced materials science and industrial catalysis due to its hydrogen storage potential and reactivity. It is primarily utilized in research and development for hydrogen storage systems, as a reducing agent in specialized chemical synthesis, and in the production of novel magnetic or electronic materials.

Application

• Hydrogen Storage Material: Investigated for solid-state hydrogen storage applications due to its reversible hydrogen absorption and desorption characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a potent reducing agent or catalyst precursor in specialized organic and inorganic synthesis reactions.
• Materials Research: Used in the development of novel intermetallic compounds, thin films, and functional materials with tailored magnetic or electronic properties.
• Neutron Moderation: Potential application as a neutron moderator or shielding material in nuclear technology research, leveraging its hydrogen content.
• Catalysis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst support in hydrogenation and dehydrogenation processes within petrochemical and fine chemical industries.
• Additive Manufacturing: Explored as a precursor powder or additive in advanced manufacturing processes for specialized metal components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Samarium Trihydride
CAS No.	13598-53-3
Molecular Formula	H3Sm
Molecular Weight	153.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Samarium(III) hydride; Trihydridosamarium; Samarium hydride (SmH3); Samarium hydrogen compound; Samarium(3+) trihydride; Rare earth hydride; SmH3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Samarium Trihydride is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including purity assay and impurity profiling via techniques like X-ray diffraction (XRD) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 should be kept sealed and only opened in a controlled, moisture-free environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (SmH3)	≥ 95.0%
Samarium (Sm) Content	Contact for details
Hydrogen Content	Contact for details
Impurities (ICP-OES)	Total rare earth impurities < 1.0%
Particle Size (Typical)	-100 mesh (or as specified)
Oxygen Sensitivity	Easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere)
Moisture Sensitivity	Hygroscopic

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