Description

Yttrium is a versatile rare earth metal with unique chemical and physical properties that make it indispensable in advanced technological applications. Its primary value lies in its ability to form stable compounds and alloys that enhance material performance under demanding conditions. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, materials science, and energy sectors seeking high-purity components for specialized applications.

Application

• Phosphors and Display Technology: A key dopant in yttrium oxide (Y₂O₃) for producing red phosphors in cathode ray tubes (CRTs), LEDs, and plasma display panels.
• Superalloys and Aerospace: Used as a strengthening additive in nickel-based superalloys for jet engine components and gas turbines, improving high-temperature oxidation resistance.
• Ceramics and Refractories: Imparts stability and thermal shock resistance to yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) ceramics used in sensors, fuel cells, and advanced refractories.
• Lasers and Optics: Serves as a host lattice in yttrium aluminum garnet (YAG) crystals for solid-state lasers, including Nd:YAG lasers used in medical, industrial, and defense applications.
• Electronics and Semiconductors: Employed in the production of yttrium iron garnet (YIG) for microwave filters, isolators, and other electronic components.
• Medical and Research: Used in radioisotopes like Yttrium-90 for targeted cancer radiotherapy (radioembolization) and as a component in various research-grade materials.
• Glass and Coatings: Enhances the refractive index, durability, and chemical resistance of specialty glasses and protective coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Yttrium
CAS No.	14809-53-1
Molecular Formula	Y
Molecular Weight	88.90585 g/mol
Synonyms	Yttrium metal; Yttrium element; Yttrium-89; Yttrium foil; Yttrium powder; Yttrium turnings; Yttrium ingot; Yttrium rod; Yttrium shot; Yttrium sputtering target; Yttrium lump; Yttrium wire; Yttrium granules
EINECS	238-852-5

Quality Control

Our Yttrium is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that report key parameters such as metallic purity and trace element content. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of advanced manufacturing and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage of fine powders or reactive forms, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as argon to minimize surface oxidation. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Silvery-gray metal (form dependent: lump, foil, powder, etc.)
Assay (Yttrium metal basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% and 99.999% grades available)
Identification	Conforms
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	Contact for details
Trace Metallic Impurities (Fe, Cu, Ni, Ca, etc.)	Contact for details
Oxygen Content	Contact for details
Nitrogen Content	Contact for details
Particle Size (for powder grades)	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)

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