Description

Neodymium Hydride is an inorganic compound of neodymium and hydrogen, known for its unique properties as a hydrogen storage material and chemical precursor. This compound is critical for advanced material synthesis and energy research, where its ability to absorb and release hydrogen is highly valued. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of hydrogen storage technology, permanent magnet production, and specialty metallurgy.

Application

• Hydrogen Storage Medium: Investigated for solid-state hydrogen storage applications due to its reversible hydrogen absorption and desorption properties.
• Chemical Precursor: Used in the synthesis of other neodymium compounds and advanced inorganic materials.
• Metallurgical Additive: Employed as a hydrogenating agent or alloying component in specialty metal and magnet production.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst support in certain hydrogenation and dehydrogenation reactions.
• Neutron Moderation: Potential application in nuclear technology due to the neutron-moderating properties of hydrogen.
• Gettering Agent: Used to scavenge residual gases in high-vacuum systems and electronic component manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neodymium Hydride
CAS No.	13864-04-5
Molecular Formula	NdH2-3 (typically NdH2 or NdH3)
Molecular Weight	~146.25 g/mol (for NdH2)
Synonyms	Neodymium dihydride; Neodymium(III) hydride; Neodymium trihydride; Dineodymium trihydride; Neodymium hydrogen compound; NdH2; NdH3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Neodymium Hydride is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. The material undergoes comprehensive analysis, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and chemical assay to determine active hydrogen content. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, phase composition, and impurity levels is provided with each shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic 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 to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with NdH2/NdH3 phase
Assay (Neodymium content)	≥ 95%
Hydrogen Content	Contact for details
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh)
Trace Metals (ICP-OES)	Contact for details

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