Description

Erbium Tris(2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionate) is a high-purity organometallic compound, also known as erbium(III) acetylacetonate derivative, valued for its role as a volatile precursor in advanced material synthesis. This compound is essential for depositing erbium-containing thin films with precise stoichiometric control, which is critical for optoelectronic and photonic applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D facilities in the semiconductor, specialty glass, and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) industries.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): As a volatile precursor for depositing erbium-doped or erbium oxide thin films.
• Optoelectronics & Photonics: For manufacturing waveguide amplifiers, optical fibers, and laser gain media where erbium ions provide specific luminescent properties.
• Specialty Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in selective organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for developing new materials, including nanomaterials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Phosphors and Luminescent Materials: A key starting material in the synthesis of upconversion phosphors and other advanced luminescent compounds.
• Dopant for Specialty Glasses: Employed to introduce erbium into glass matrices to modify optical properties for lasers and filters.

Basic Information

Product Name	Erbium Tris(2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionate)
CAS No.	34750-80-6
Molecular Formula	C33H57ErO6
Molecular Weight	706.15 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Erbium(III) tris(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-3,5-heptanedionate); Er(TMHD)3; Erbium tris(dipivaloylmethanate); Erbium(III) acetylacetonate derivative; Erbium 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-3,5-heptanedionate; Tris(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-3,5-heptanedionato)erbium(III); Erbium β-diketonate complex
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Erbium Tris(2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionate) is produced under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for demanding applications like CVD/ALD. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including analysis for metal content and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to ensure compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and in a moisture-free environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Erbium content)	Min. 99.9% (Metals basis)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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