Description

Ytterbium is a soft, malleable, and lustrous rare earth metal belonging to the lanthanide series, known for its unique electronic and magnetic properties. This high-purity material is essential for advanced technological applications where precise material characteristics are critical. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, photonics, and specialized alloy sectors.

Application

• Dopant for Optical Fibers and Lasers: Used to amplify signals in fiber-optic communication systems and to create specific laser wavelengths for medical and industrial cutting.
• Stainless Steel and Special Alloy Additive: Enhances grain refinement, mechanical strength, and workability in high-performance alloys.
• Solid-State Electronics: Employed in the production of certain semiconductors and memory devices due to its specific electrical properties.
• Medical and Scientific Isotopes: The isotope Ytterbium-169 is used as a radiation source in portable X-ray machines and industrial gauges.
• Research & Development: Serves as a crucial material in academic and industrial labs for catalysis, quantum computing research, and material science studies.
• Pressure Sensors: Utilized in certain crystal lattice structures for highly sensitive pressure sensors in geological and industrial monitoring.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ytterbium
CAS No.	15751-45-8
Molecular Formula	Yb
Molecular Weight	173.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Ytterbium metal; Ytterbium element; Ytterbium-174; Ytterbium ingot; Ytterbium foil; Ytterbium powder; Ytterbium pieces; Ytterbium turnings; Ytterbium shot; Ytterbium wire; Ytterbium slug; Ytterbium sputtering target; Ytterbium lump; Ytterbium rod
EINECS	239-848-2

Quality Control

Our Ytterbium is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing 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. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, this material must be stored in a cool, dry place under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon) to prevent oxidation. Ideal storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Silvery metallic pieces, ingot, or powder
Identification (ICP-OES)	Conforms
Assay (Ytterbium, metallic basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% and 99.999% available)
Rare Earth Impurities (ICP-MS)	≤ 100 ppm total
Non-Rare Earth Impurities (ICP-MS)	Specification available upon request
Packaging	Under argon in sealed ampoules or vacuum bags

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