Description

Erbium Phosphate Hydrate is a specialized inorganic compound of high-purity erbium, valued for its unique optical and catalytic properties derived from the rare earth element. This material is essential for advanced research and manufacturing processes that require precise control over luminescence and chemical reactivity. It is primarily utilized by industries focused on phosphor development, specialized catalysts, and advanced ceramic materials.

Application

• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing upconversion phosphors used in anti-counterfeiting inks, bio-imaging probes, and display technologies.
• Specialty Catalyst Component: Employed in research and development of catalysts for organic synthesis and polymerization reactions, leveraging erbium's Lewis acidity.
• Advanced Ceramics and Glass: Used as a doping agent to modify the refractive index, thermal stability, and optical characteristics of specialty glasses and ceramic composites.
• Optical Fiber Amplification Research: Serves as a model compound in studies related to erbium-doped fiber amplifiers (EDFAs) for telecommunications.
• Solid-State Electrolyte Research: Investigated for potential use in developing phosphate-based electrolytes for fuel cells and solid-state batteries.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a potential precursor for depositing thin erbium phosphate films in semiconductor and coating applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Erbium Phosphate Hydrate
CAS No.	14298-38-5
Molecular Formula	ErPO₄·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (varies with hydration)
Synonyms	Erbium(III) phosphate hydrate; Phosphoric acid, erbium(3+) salt, hydrate; Erbium orthophosphate hydrate; ErPO4 hydrate; Erbium monophosphate hydrate; Rare earth phosphate (Er); Erbium(3+) phosphate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Erbium Phosphate Hydrate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) for metal assay, X-ray Diffraction (XRD) for phase identification, and Loss on Drying (LOD) for hydration characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard pattern for ErPO₄·xH₂O
Assay (as Er₂O₃)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (ICP-OES)	≥ 99.5%
Loss on Drying (LOD)	≤ 2.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm (or as specified)
Rare Earth Impurities	< 0.1 % total

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