Description

Samarium(III) Fluoride is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element samarium, widely recognized for its utility in advanced material synthesis and optical applications. Its primary value lies in its role as a critical precursor for manufacturing specialized phosphors, laser crystals, and fluoride glass fibers. This compound is essential for industries focused on electronics, telecommunications, and solid-state lighting, where precise material properties are paramount.

Application

• Phosphor Manufacturing: A key raw material for producing red-emitting phosphors used in cathode ray tubes (CRTs), plasma display panels (PDPs), and certain LED applications.
• Optical Materials: Serves as a dopant or core component in the fabrication of fluoride glass fibers for mid-infrared transmission and in laser host crystals.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a precursor in CVD processes to deposit thin films of samarium-containing materials for electronic and protective coatings.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst component in specialized organic synthesis and fluorination reactions.
• Nuclear Industry: Employed in neutron absorption applications and as a component in control rod materials due to samarium's neutron capture cross-section.
• Solid-State Electrolytes: Studied for use in fluoride-ion conducting solid electrolytes for next-generation batteries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Samarium(III) Fluoride
CAS No.	13765-24-7
Molecular Formula	F3Sm
Molecular Weight	207.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Samarium trifluoride; Samarium fluoride (SmF3); Trifluorosamarium; Fluorosamarium; Samarium(3+) trifluoride; Samarium fluoride; Rare earth fluoride
EINECS	237-366-8

Quality Control

Our Samarium(III) Fluoride is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of advanced material manufacturing. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, trace metal content, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment.

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 should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent hydrolysis. Incompatible with strong acids and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (SmF3)	≥ 99.9% (REO basis)
Purity (REO)	≥ 99.99%
Loss on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (Customizable)

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