Description

Tris(Ethylcyclopentadienyl)Gadolinium(III) is an organometallic compound of gadolinium, a rare earth metal, with the CAS number 307531-69-7. This compound is a critical precursor in advanced materials science, particularly valued for its role in depositing gadolinium-containing thin films. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the semiconductor and nanotechnology sectors who require high-purity metal-organic sources for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a high-purity precursor for the Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) of gadolinium-based films.
• Memory Device Fabrication: Used in the development of next-generation memory technologies, including resistive random-access memory (RRAM) and magnetic memory elements.
• Thin Film Coatings: For depositing specialized optical or protective coatings that require gadolinium's unique properties.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: A key starting material for synthesizing gadolinium-containing nanoparticles and quantum dots for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A vital reagent for fundamental research in organometallic chemistry and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(Ethylcyclopentadienyl)Gadolinium(III)
CAS No.	307531-69-7
Molecular Formula	C21H27Gd
Molecular Weight	449.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(ethylcyclopentadienyl)gadolinium; Gadolinium tris(ethylcyclopentadienyl); Gd(EtCp)3; Tris(η5-ethylcyclopentadienyl)gadolinium; Gadolinium(III) tris(ethylcyclopentadienyl); (Ethylcyclopentadienyl)gadolinium; Organogadolinium compound; MOCVD Gadolinium precursor
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Quality Control

Every batch of Tris(Ethylcyclopentadienyl)Gadolinium(III) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and high performance for sensitive deposition processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and trace impurity profiles. Our quality systems support compliance with relevant standards for electronic-grade and high-purity research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is strictly light-sensitive (protect from all light exposure), hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term stability, store under a dry, inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to beige crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Gd content)	≥ 99.9% (Metals basis)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.5%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, THF)

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