FL1159 Europium Fluoride (EuF3) Powder (CAS: 13765-25-8)

Catalog No.	FL1159
CAS Number	13765-25-8
Appearance	Crystalline Aggregates
Molecular Formula	EuF3
Molar mass	208.96g/mol
MSDS/SDS	Download MSDS/SDS

Europium Fluoride (EuF3), with the chemical formula EuF3, is an essential inorganic compound. Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) proudly stands as a reliable manufacturer of high-quality Europium Fluoride (EuF3).

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Europium Fluoride Description

Europium Fluoride is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula EuF₃. It is used as a phosphor activator for color cathode-ray tubes and liquid-crystal displays used in computer monitors and televisions employ Europium Oxide as the red phosphor. Several commercial blue phosphors are based on Europium for color TV, computer screens, and fluorescent lamps. Europium fluorescence is used to interrogate biomolecular interactions in drug-discovery screens. It is also used in the anti-counterfeiting phosphors in eurobanknotes. A recent (2015) application of Europium is in quantum memory chips which can reliably store information for days at a time; these could allow sensitive quantum data to be stored to a hard disk-like device and shipped around the country.

Europium Fluoride

Europium Fluoride Specification

Item No.	Description	Purity (REO/TREO)
FL63-3N	Europium Fluoride TREO: > 81%	99.9%
FL63-4N	Europium Fluoride TREO: > 81%	99.99%
FL63VD-4N	Europium Fluoride for vacuum deposition.	99.99% 3-12mm or custom size

Europium Fluoride Application

Like other Europium compounds, Europium Fluoride is used as a phosphor activator in color cathode-ray tubes and liquid-crystal displays. Europium Acetate is also applied in specialty glass for laser material.

Phosphors: Europium fluoride is used as a precursor for the production of europium-doped phosphors. These phosphors are crucial components in various display technologies, including cathode ray tube (CRT) displays, plasma displays, and fluorescent lamps. Europium-doped phosphors emit red, orange, or other colors of light when excited by electrons, making them valuable in display and lighting applications.

Color TV Tubes: In the past, europium-doped phosphors were commonly used in color television tubes (CRTs) to produce red and blue colors on the screen.

Solid-State Lighting: Europium-doped phosphors are used in solid-state lighting applications, such as white LEDs and compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs). They help improve the color rendering index (CRI) and overall efficiency of these lighting sources.

Biological and Medical Assays: Europium-doped compounds, including europium fluoride, are used as luminescent labels in biological and medical assays. They enable the sensitive detection of specific biological markers and molecules, such as antibodies and DNA.

X-ray Imaging: Europium compounds, including europium fluoride, have been studied for use in X-ray imaging as contrast agents. They can enhance the visibility of specific tissues and organs in medical imaging.

Cathodoluminescence Detectors: Europium-doped phosphors are used in cathodoluminescence detectors for electron microscopy. They emit light when excited by an electron beam, allowing for the characterization and analysis of materials at the nanoscale.

Optical Coatings: Europium-doped materials can be used as optical coatings for lenses, prisms, and optical components. They can enhance the performance of these components by improving their optical properties.

Nuclear Reactors: Europium compounds, including europium fluoride, can be used as burnable neutron poisons in nuclear reactors. They help regulate the reactor's neutron flux and enhance safety by controlling reactivity.

Catalysis: Europium compounds, including europium fluoride, are explored for their catalytic properties in various chemical reactions, including organic transformations and industrial processes.

Research and Development: Europium fluoride is utilized in scientific research and development in various fields, including materials science, chemistry, and physics, for its unique luminescent and magnetic properties.

Europium Fluoride Packaging

Our Europium Fluoride (EuF₃) is clearly tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.

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