Lithium Bromide LiBr 99.5% Research Grade |
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| Chemical Name: Lithium Bromide CAS Number: 7550-35-8 Grade: Research Grade Brand: ATOMFAIR® |
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Product IntroductionLithium Bromide LiBr 99.5% Research Grade is an inorganic lithium salt used mainly as a reference material, synthesis reagent, and precursor in materials workflows. It is not a mainstream LiPF6-style electrolyte salt, so the page should speak to its role as a clean inorganic reagent. The value here is high-purity inorganic handling for synthesis, comparison, and controlled lab preparation. |
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Handling and ProcurementDry handling: Keep tightly sealed and dry during storage and weighing. Procurement details: Confirm the synthesis route, documentation, and package size before ordering. Research-use notice: This material is intended for laboratory research and development. Final compatibility should be verified with the selected solvent, concentration, electrode, separator, and cell format.
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| Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC | Brand: ATOMFAIR® |
Lithium Bromide (LiBr) is a hygroscopic inorganic salt requiring anhydrous storage to prevent moisture absorption. Degradation via hydration can compromise its desiccant performance and chemical purity.
- Moisture Sensitivity: Store the compound in a sealed container under dry inert gas to inhibit atmospheric moisture uptake.
- Purity Integrity: Avoid exposure to ambient air and contaminants to maintain the specified research-grade purity.
How does the 4N purity of Lithium Bromide impact its performance compared to lower purity grades in battery research applications?
4N purity (99.99%) minimizes trace metal contamination that could interfere with electrochemical cycling stability. Lower purity grades introduce ionic impurities that can cause parasitic side reactions in battery electrolytes, compromising experimental reproducibility.
Can Lithium Bromide 4N be used directly as a desiccant in air conditioning systems without additional purification?
Yes, its 4N purity ensures it meets the high standards required for desiccant applications without further processing. However, compatibility with specific HVAC system materials should be verified as LiBr solutions can be corrosive to certain metals, a constraint common in absorption chiller designs.
What storage conditions are required to maintain the 4N purity of Lithium Bromide and prevent moisture absorption?
Lithium Bromide is highly hygroscopic and must be stored in airtight containers in a dry, inert environment. Exposure to ambient humidity can lead to deliquescence and compromise the 4N purity grade, making it unsuitable for sensitive research applications.
Atomfair High Purity LiBr (4N) delivers 99.99% purity and efficient moisture absorption for air conditioning, organic synthesis, and battery research, though its strong hygroscopicity demands airtight storage and controlled-humidity handling to maintain specification.
Positive
- 4N Purity for sensitive workflows: 99.99% purity allows safe deployment in high-sensitivity analytical and research applications without risk of impurity interference.
- Efficient moisture absorption: Functions as a potent desiccant for environmental control and as a drying agent in organic synthesis, leveraging its hygroscopic nature.
Trade-offs
- Hygroscopic storage requirements: Actively absorbs ambient moisture, necessitating storage in airtight containers under dry conditions to preserve 4N purity.
- Handling in low-humidity environment: In humid lab environments, rapid moisture uptake can compromise experimental reproducibility, requiring use of gloveboxes or dry rooms for sensitive applications.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
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