Description

Gadolinium Nitride CAS NO 25764-15-2 is an inorganic compound of gadolinium and nitrogen, valued for its unique magnetic and electronic properties. This material is essential for advanced research and development in cutting-edge technological fields. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, materials science, and semiconductor industries for its role in specialized applications.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a potential high-k dielectric material or dopant source in advanced semiconductor fabrication processes.
• Magnetic Materials Research: For the study and development of novel magnetic compounds and spintronic devices due to gadolinium's magnetic moment.
• Thin Film Deposition: Used as a target or precursor material in physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques like sputtering.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst support in specialized chemical reactions.
• Luminescent Materials: A component in the research of phosphors and other luminescent materials for specialized lighting or display applications.
• Additive Manufacturing: For the development of advanced metal matrix composites with tailored properties via 3D printing technologies.
• Nuclear Applications: Research into its properties for potential use in nuclear control or shielding materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research in solid-state chemistry, physics, and materials engineering.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium Nitride
CAS No.	25764-15-2
Molecular Formula	GdN
Molecular Weight	171.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Gadolinium(III) nitride; Nitrogen gadolinide; Gadolinium mononitride; Gadolinium nitride (GdN); Nitridogadolinium; EINECS 247-245-0
EINECS	247-245-0

Quality Control

Our Gadolinium Nitride is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for metallic impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or crystalline solid
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to GdN reference pattern
Assay (GdN)	≥ 99.9% (Metals basis)
Purity (Gd)	≥ 99.9% (REO)
Crystal Structure	Rock salt (NaCl-type)
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details
Oxygen Content	Contact for details
Nitrogen Content	Contact for details

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