About Erbium (Er)
Symbol: Er
Atomic number: 68
Atomic weight: 167.259
Element category: lanthanide
Erbium is a soft, malleable, lustrous, silvery rare-earth metal belonging to the lanthanide group. It is stable in air, reacts very slowly with water and oxygen, and dissolves in acids.
Erbium is one of the rare earth elements in the Lanthanide series. Pure Erbium metal is malleable, soft, and fairly stable in the air. It oxidizes slower than some other rare-earth metals. Common uses of Erbium are as a photographic filter and as a metallurgical additive. Erbium can also be used in nuclear technology. When alloyed with vanadium, erbium lowers hardness and improves workability. Erbium-doped glasses or crystals can be used as optical amplification media. Erbium also has specialized uses in medical applications. Erbium Oxide is widely used as a dopant in making optical fiber and amplifiers.
Erbium is commonly used as a photographic filter. It is also used to alloy with metals to lower the hardness and improve workability. Erbium isotopes are good neutron absorbers so they are used in nuclear reactor control rods.
Erbium compounds are rose-colored and have excellent absorption spectra bands in visible light, ultraviolet, and near-infrared. Erbium oxide (Er2O3, erbia) has a pink color and is often used in infrared-absorbing glass or coloring glasses.
Erbium is one of the rare earth elements in the Lanthanide series. Pure Erbium metal is malleable, soft, and fairly stable in the air. It oxidizes slower than some other rare-earth metals. Common uses of Erbium are as a photographic filter and as a metallurgical additive. Erbium can also be used in nuclear technology. When alloyed with vanadium, erbium lowers hardness and improves workability. Erbium-doped glasses or crystals can be used as optical amplification media. Erbium also has specialized uses in medical applications. Erbium Oxide is widely used as a dopant in making optical fiber and amplifiers.
Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) now can provide various erbium products including:
Erbium Metal:
Shapes: powder, or customized
Purity: 3N-4N
Erbium Compound:
Erbium Oxide (Er2O3) / Erbia: 3N-5N
Erbium Evaporation Material:
Erbium (Er); Erbium Oxide (Er2O3) / Erbia; Erbium Fluoride (ErF3)
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Key Advantages:
Diverse Applications: Erbium's exceptional properties make it an essential element in various applications. From lasers and optical communications to medical treatments and nuclear reactors, our erbium products empower industries with their versatile capabilities.
Lasers and Optical Amplifiers: Erbium-doped materials are used in lasers and optical amplifiers, powering applications in telecommunications, medical procedures, and scientific research.
Fiber Optic Communications: Erbium-doped fiber amplifiers (EDFAs) enhance the efficiency and reach of optical signals in long-distance communication systems.
Precision and Purity: Quality is integral to our erbium products. We adhere to strict industry standards and meticulous specifications, ensuring that our erbium maintains the purity necessary for superior precision and consistent results.
Technical Expertise: Our team possesses profound knowledge in the properties and applications of erbium. We offer personalized technical support and guidance, helping you leverage erbium's unique characteristics for your specific needs.
Reliable Supply: We recognize the importance of a consistent supply of erbium products. Our global presence and efficient logistics ensure that you have access to erbium when and where you need it.
Our Erbium Product Offerings:
SAM offers an array of erbium products that cater to diverse applications, including:
Lasers and Optical Amplifiers: Erbium-doped materials power lasers and optical amplifiers, driving advancements in telecommunications, medical procedures, and scientific research.
Fiber Optic Communications: Erbium-doped fiber amplifiers (EDFAs) are integral to the efficient transmission of optical signals across long distances in fiber optic communication networks.
Nuclear Reactors: Erbium can be used as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors, contributing to the control of nuclear reactions and safety.
