Description

Erbium (III) 2,4-pentanedionate is a high-purity organometallic compound, also known as erbium acetylacetonate. This material is a critical precursor in advanced materials science, valued for its role in depositing erbium-containing thin films with precise stoichiometric control. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, optics, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop next-generation functional materials.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing erbium oxide (Er₂O₃) and other erbium-containing thin films for microelectronics and optical coatings.
• Specialty Catalysts: Used as a catalyst or catalyst component in selective organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Dopant for Optical Materials: Employed in the fabrication of doped glasses, ceramics, and optical fibers to impart specific luminescent or laser properties.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the sol-gel production of erbium-based nanoparticles and nanostructures.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials with magnetic, electronic, or catalytic functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Erbium (III) 2,4-Pentanedionate
CAS No.	70949-24-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₁ErO₆
Molecular Weight	446.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Erbium(III) acetylacetonate; Erbium tris(2,4-pentanedionate); Er(acac)₃; Tris(acetylacetonato)erbium(III); Erbium 2,4-pentanedionate; Erbium triacetylacetonate; Erbium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate hydrate (if applicable)
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Quality Control

Our Erbium (III) 2,4-pentanedionate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, with specifications tailored to meet the demands of advanced material synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pink to pale pink crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Erbium content)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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