About Cesium (Cs)
Symbol: Cs
Atomic number: 55
Atomic weight: 132.90545196
Element category: alkali metal
Cesium, or Caesium, is a soft, ductile, silvery gold alkali metal. It is liquid at room temperature like gallium, mercury. Cesium is also the most electropositive and alkaline element.
Cesium has a variety of uses in the production of electricity, electronics, and chemistry. Some applications of cesium and cesium compound include petroleum exploration, atomic clocks, electric power, catalyst promoter, etc.
Cesium is highly reactive so it has various compounds. Cesium Nitrate is used to make optical glasses. Cesium Chloride is used in photoelectric cells, optical instruments, and electron tubes.
Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) now can provide various cesium products including:
Cesium Compound:
Cesium Carbonate (Cs2CO3), Cesium Chloride (CsCl), Cesium Nitrate (CsNO3), Cesium Hydroxide Monohydrate (CsOH•H2O)
Cesium Evaporation Material:
Cesium Fluoride (CsF)
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Cesium Key Features:
Exceptional Atomic Clocks: Cesium's unique property of vibrating at a specific frequency makes it the cornerstone of atomic clocks, the most accurate timekeeping device on Earth. These clocks redefine precision and synchronization in various technological applications.
Low Work Function: Cesium's low work function – the energy needed to liberate an electron from its surface – makes it essential in photodetectors, photoemission experiments, and vacuum tubes.
Reactivity: As a highly reactive metal, cesium finds use in various chemical reactions, from catalysts in organic synthesis to the creation of specialized compounds in research and manufacturing.
Optical Spectroscopy: Cesium's unique spectral lines are utilized in optical spectroscopy, enabling precise measurements and calibration in research labs and industrial settings.
Ion Propulsion: Cesium's positively charged ions are employed in ion propulsion systems in space exploration, providing high thrust with greater fuel efficiency compared to conventional chemical propulsion.
Cesium Applications:
Timekeeping and Navigation: Cesium atomic clocks serve as the foundation for Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites and other navigation systems, enabling precise timing and location determination.
Scientific Research: Cesium is instrumental in various research fields, from fundamental physics studies to chemical reactions and spectroscopy experiments.
Electronics: Cesium's photoelectric properties are used in photodetectors and as a component in the production of vacuum tubes.
Semiconductor Manufacturing: Cesium compounds contribute to the production of semiconductors, enabling the creation of integrated circuits and electronic devices.
Space Exploration: Cesium-ion propulsion systems play a role in space missions, offering efficient propulsion for spacecraft traveling vast distances.
Cesium Quality Assurance:
Our cesium products are sourced from reputable suppliers and undergo strict quality checks to ensure they meet the highest industry standards. We are committed to delivering cesium that reflects its exceptional performance and reliability.
