Description

Lead Fluoride CAS NO 7783-46-2 is an inorganic compound of significant industrial interest, primarily valued for its role as a source of fluoride ions in specialized manufacturing processes. Its importance lies in its ability to impart specific chemical and physical properties in advanced materials. This product is essential for manufacturers and researchers in sectors such as optics, electronics, and specialty glass production.

Application

• Optical Material Production: A key component in the manufacture of infrared-transmitting glasses and crystals for lenses, windows, and laser components.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of specialized fluoride-based thin films and coatings for electronic and optoelectronic devices.
• Glass and Ceramics Industry: Acts as a fluxing agent and modifier to lower melting points and alter the refractive index and durability of specialty glasses and enamels.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a fluorinating agent or precursor in the preparation of other inorganic lead compounds and complex fluoride salts.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying fluoride chemistry, material science, and solid-state physics.
• Welding & Metallurgy: Employed in specific fluxes for metal joining processes and in the production of specialized alloys.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead Fluoride
CAS No.	7783-46-2
Molecular Formula	F2Pb
Molecular Weight	245.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Lead(II) fluoride; Plumbous fluoride; Difluoroplumbane; Lead difluoride; Fluorspar (when referring to natural mineral form); PbF2; EINECS 232-008-6
EINECS	232-008-6

Quality Control

Our Lead Fluoride is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and comprehensive quality testing is performed, including analysis of purity, heavy metal content, and particle size distribution where applicable. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee product integrity and support your quality assurance processes.

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 away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials. Due to its nature as a fluoride/strong alkali, ensure proper segregation in storage areas.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (PbF2)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Contact for details

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