Description

Erbium Carbonate Hydrate is a specialized inorganic compound of significant industrial interest. This material serves as a crucial precursor for synthesizing high-purity erbium oxide and other erbium-based chemicals, which are essential in advanced technological sectors. It is primarily utilized in the manufacturing of optical components, specialty glass, phosphors, and as a dopant in various high-performance materials.

Application

• Optical Material Production: A key starting material for manufacturing erbium-doped fiber amplifiers (EDFAs) and other optical glasses used in telecommunications.
• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Synthesis: Used in the preparation of up-conversion phosphors and other luminescent materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Specialty Ceramics and Glass: Acts as a dopant to impart specific optical and structural properties to advanced ceramics and specialty glass formulations.
• Catalyst Research & Development: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in various organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Electronic Material Fabrication: Used in the production of electronic ceramics and other components for the electronics industry.
• Research & Development: Serves as a high-purity reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for material science and chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Erbium Carbonate Hydrate
CAS No.	22992-83-2
Molecular Formula	Er2(CO3)3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	Variable (hydrate form)
Synonyms	Carbonic acid, erbium(3+) salt, hydrate; Erbium(III) carbonate hydrate; Erbium sesquicarbonate hydrate; Erbium tri-carbonate hydrate; Erbium carbonate basic hydrate; Erbium carbonate, hydrated
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Quality Control

Our Erbium Carbonate Hydrate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent performance for industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and trace metal content are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pink to pale pink powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Er2O3)	≥ 44.0 %
Purity (REO)	≥ 99.9 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 15.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %
Fe, Al, Ca, etc.	≤ 0.05 % (each)

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