Description

Beryllium Silicate CAS NO 15191-85-2 is an inorganic compound primarily known for its role as a key precursor in the synthesis of specialty ceramics and glasses. Its value lies in its ability to impart unique thermal, mechanical, and dielectric properties to advanced materials. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, aerospace, and nuclear technology sectors seeking to develop high-performance components.

Application

• Specialty Ceramics Manufacturing: A critical raw material for producing beryllium oxide (BeO) ceramics, known for exceptional thermal conductivity and electrical insulation.
• Advanced Glass Formulation: Used in the development of radiation-shielding glasses and optical glasses with specific refractive indices.
• Nuclear Industry Components: Employed in the fabrication of moderators and reflectors in nuclear reactors due to beryllium's low neutron absorption cross-section.
• Electronic Substrates & Heat Sinks: Serves as a precursor for BeO ceramics used in high-power electronic devices and laser systems for efficient heat dissipation.
• Catalyst Support Material: Utilized in certain high-temperature catalytic processes where thermal stability is paramount.
• Research & Development: A key compound for academic and industrial research in material science, particularly for studying silicate structures and high-performance composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Beryllium Silicate
CAS No.	15191-85-2
Molecular Formula	Be2SiO4
Molecular Weight	110.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Beryllium orthosilicate; Phenacite; Beryllium silicon oxide; Beryllium oxide silicate; Silicic acid (H4SiO4), beryllium salt (1:2); Be2SiO4; Beryllium monosilicate
EINECS	239-263-3

Quality Control

Our Beryllium Silicate is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for elemental purity and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and contaminants. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Be2SiO4)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm (or as specified)
Loss on Drying (LOD)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 50 ppm
Aluminum (Al)	≤ 100 ppm

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