Description

Tris(Tetramethylcyclopentadienyl)Gadolinium is an organometallic compound of gadolinium, a rare-earth metal, characterized by its tetramethylcyclopentadienyl ligands. This compound is a critical precursor in advanced materials science, particularly for the synthesis of high-performance thin films via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD). It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the semiconductor, optoelectronics, and nanotechnology sectors who require high-purity metal-organic sources for depositing gadolinium-containing films with precise stoichiometric control.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a high-purity precursor for the CVD/ALD deposition of gadolinium oxide (Gd₂O₃) high-k dielectric layers in next-generation microelectronics.
• Magnetic Materials Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel molecular magnets and single-molecule magnets (SMMs) due to gadolinium's high magnetic moment.
• Optical & Photonic Devices: Used in the development of doped materials for lasers, phosphors, and upconversion nanoparticles for bio-imaging and display technologies.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Thin Film Coatings: For depositing corrosion-resistant or functional gadolinium-based coatings on various substrates.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for investigating the chemistry and material properties of lanthanide organometallics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(Tetramethylcyclopentadienyl)Gadolinium
CAS No.	308847-85-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₃₉Gd
Molecular Weight	529.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(1,2,3,4,5-pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)gadolinium(III); Gadolinium tris(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl); Gd(Cp*)₃; Gadolinium(III) tris(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl); Tris(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)gadolinium; Gd(Me₅Cp)₃; Organogadolinium compound; MOCVD precursor Gd
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Quality Control

Our Tris(Tetramethylcyclopentadienyl)Gadolinium is manufactured and handled under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, which is critical for sensitive deposition processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and trace metal content are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. This material is moisture-sensitive and easily oxidized; exposure to air and humidity must be minimized to preserve stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solid, color as per batch
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (Gd Content)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Assay (Titration)	≥ 99.0%
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.