Erbium(III) fluoride, anhydrous, REacton™, 99.99% (REO), Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Erbium(III) fluoride is an important colorant in glass manufacturing and porcelain enamel glazes. It is used to produce erbium metal. It is used as dopant in making optical products. It is highly employed as erbium doped fluoride fibers in optical communications.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 13760-83-3
• Molecular Formula: ErF3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 224.25
• MDL Number: MFCD00016074
• InChI Key: QGJSAGBHFTXOTM-UHFFFAOYSA-K
• IUPAC Name: erbium(3+) trifluoride
• SMILES: [F-].[F-].[F-].[Er+3]

• Melting Point: 1350°C
• Physical Form: Granules, Powder
• Quantity: 10 g
• Solubility Information: Insoluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 224.28
• Percent Purity: 99.99%
• Grade: Reacton™
• Odor: Odorless
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Density: 6.4 g/mL
• Assay: (REO)
• Chemical Name or Material: Erbium(III) fluoride, Anhydrous

RUO – Research Use Only