Description

Yttrium Silicate is an advanced inorganic compound with the chemical formula Y₂SiO₅, known for its exceptional thermal stability and optical properties. This material is crucial for high-performance applications requiring robust, heat-resistant components with specific luminescent or dielectric characteristics. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the electronics, aerospace, and advanced ceramics industries, as well as in research and development for novel phosphors and protective coatings.

Application

• Phosphor Host Material: A key component in creating rare-earth doped phosphors for lighting, displays (LEDs, PDPs), and radiation detection.
• Environmental Barrier Coatings (EBCs): Used in aerospace and gas turbine engines to protect silicon-based ceramics (e.g., SiC/SiC composites) from high-temperature water vapor corrosion.
• High-Temperature Dielectrics: Employed in electronic components and substrates that must operate reliably under extreme thermal conditions.
• Refractory and Advanced Ceramics: Serves as an additive or matrix material to enhance the thermal shock resistance and mechanical strength of technical ceramics.
• Optical and Laser Crystals: Acts as a host lattice for laser-active ions in solid-state laser gain media.
• Catalyst Support: Provides a stable, high-surface-area support for certain high-temperature catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Yttrium Silicate
CAS No.	39318-36-0
Molecular Formula	Y₂SiO₅
Molecular Weight	298.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Yttrium orthosilicate; Diyttrium silicon pentaoxide; Yttrium(III) silicate; Y₂SiO₅; YSO; Yttrium oxyorthosilicate; Yttrium silicon oxide
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Quality Control

Our Yttrium Silicate is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase purity and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) for elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to Y₂SiO₅ pattern
Purity (Y₂O₃ + SiO₂ basis)	≥ 99.0%
Yttrium (Y) Content	59.0 - 60.5 %
Particle Size (D50)	1 - 10 µm (customizable)
Specific Surface Area (BET)	1 - 5 m²/g
Loss on Ignition (LOI)	≤ 1.0 %

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