Description

Dysprosium163 CAS NO 14391-36-7 is a high-purity, stable isotope of the rare earth element dysprosium, specifically the isotope with mass number 163. This material is critical for advanced research and development in fields requiring precise isotopic composition and minimal neutron absorption cross-section. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the nuclear technology, specialized metallurgy, and advanced materials science sectors for its unique nuclear and physical properties.

Application

• Neutron Absorption Control: Used in nuclear reactor control rods and shielding applications due to its specific neutron capture characteristics.
• Research Isotope: Serves as a target material or tracer in nuclear physics and chemistry research experiments.
• Specialty Alloys: An additive in high-performance alloys for specialized aerospace and defense components where specific isotopic purity is required.
• Reference Standards: Employed in the calibration of mass spectrometers and other analytical equipment for rare earth element analysis.
• Advanced Material Studies: Used in fundamental research on magnetic, optical, and electronic properties of dysprosium-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dysprosium163
CAS No.	14391-36-7
Molecular Formula	Dy (isotope 163)
Molecular Weight	162.93 g/mol (atomic mass)
Synonyms	Dysprosium-163; 163Dy; Dy-163; Isotope of Dysprosium-163; Dysprosium, isotope of mass 163; Dysprosium 163 isotope; Stable Dysprosium Isotope
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Quality Control

Our Dysprosium163 is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure isotopic purity and chemical integrity. Each batch is characterized using high-resolution mass spectrometry to confirm isotopic abundance and screened for metallic impurities via ICP-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic purity, chemical assay, and trace element content is provided with every shipment to guarantee material consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon) to prevent oxidation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Metallic solid (foil, wire, or ingot)
Isotopic Purity (163Dy)	> 99.0% (atom%)
Chemical Purity (Dy)	> 99.9% (by weight)
Identification (Mass Spec)	Conforms
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	< 100 ppm (total)
Non-Rare Earth Metallic Impurities	< 50 ppm (total)

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