Description

Terbium Hydride is an inorganic compound of the rare earth metal terbium and hydrogen. This material is valued for its unique hydrogen storage and magnetic properties, making it a critical component in advanced material science and energy research. It is primarily utilized in specialized industrial and research applications where its ability to absorb and release hydrogen is leveraged. Key sectors include hydrogen storage technology, permanent magnet manufacturing, and solid-state physics research.

Application

• Hydrogen Storage Media: Investigated for use in solid-state hydrogen storage systems due to its high hydrogen density.
• Magnetic Material Production: Serves as a precursor or additive in the manufacturing of high-performance rare earth permanent magnets, such as Tb-Fe-B types.
• Solid-State Physics Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D to study metal hydride properties, hydrogen diffusion, and magnetic phenomena.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized reducing agent or hydrogen source in certain inorganic and organometallic synthesis processes.
• Neutron Moderation: Potential application in nuclear technology as a material for moderating neutrons due to the presence of hydrogen.
• Electronic Component Manufacturing: May be used in the production of specialized electronic ceramics and thin films.

Basic Information

Product Name	Terbium Hydride
CAS No.	51184-24-8
Molecular Formula	Typically TbH2 or TbH3 (non-stoichiometric)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Terbium dihydride; Terbium(III) hydride; Terbium trihydride; Dihydroterbium; Terbium hydrogen alloy; TbH2; TbH3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Terbium Hydride is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) and inert atmosphere analysis, to characterize the material. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, phase composition, and metallic impurities is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly reactive nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. It is both easily oxidized and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), requiring handling in a controlled glove box or similar environment to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with Terbium Hydride phase
Purity (Terbium basis)	> 99.9% (99.99% available)
Hydrogen Content	Contact for details
Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 1000 ppm total
Oxygen Content	< 1.0%
Particle Size	Customizable (-100 mesh typical)

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