Description

Ytterbium Fluoride Oxide is an inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced material science and specialized industrial processes. Its unique combination of ytterbium, fluorine, and oxygen imparts properties that are critical for high-performance applications requiring precise optical or catalytic characteristics. This material is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, photonics, and chemical synthesis sectors. We supply high-purity grades to meet the stringent demands of these global industries.

Application

• Optical Coatings & Glass Manufacturing: Used as a dopant or component in specialty glasses and optical fibers to modify refractive index and transmission properties.
• Phosphors & Luminescent Materials: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of phosphors for displays, lighting, and upconversion applications.
• Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst support in specific organic synthesis and petrochemical reactions.
• Ceramic & Electronic Materials: A component in the production of advanced ceramics and dielectric materials for the electronics industry.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new material properties and applications in solid-state chemistry.
• Laser Crystals: Acts as a doping agent in the growth of laser crystals for specific wavelength generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ytterbium Fluoride Oxide
CAS No.	15587-02-7
Molecular Formula	F3OYb (commonly represented as YbOF)
Molecular Weight	247.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Ytterbium Oxifluoride; Ytterbium Oxide Fluoride; Ytterbium(III) Fluoride Oxide; YbOF; Oxofluoroytterbium; Fluoroytterbium oxide; Ytterbium monofluoride monoxide
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Quality Control

Our Ytterbium Fluoride Oxide is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets high-purity standards, with key parameters including assay, trace metal impurities, and physical characteristics. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing the specific test results. We can support compliance requirements for various industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and may react with strong acids or bases; keep the container tightly sealed and separate from incompatible substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (YbOF basis)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (Ytterbium content)	≥ 71.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (1-10 µm typical)
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	≤ 100 ppm total

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