Atomfair Ytterbium(III) Bromide Powder (YbBr₃), 99.9% Purity, -100 to -325 Mesh
Product Description
Atomfair ytterbium(III) bromide (YbBr₃) is supplied as a white moisture-sensitive crystalline solid with 99.9% purity and is available in mesh grades from -100 to -325 mesh. It is intended for research on the preparation of other ytterbium compounds.
Technical Specifications
| PARAMETER DETAILS | |
|---|---|
| Product | Ytterbium(III) Bromide Powder (YbBr3) |
| Material | Ytterbium(III) Bromide |
| Chemical Formula | YbBr3 |
| CAS Number | 13759-89-2 |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Specification | Available mesh grades: -100 to -325 mesh |
| Physical State | Powder |
| Appearance | White moisture-sensitive crystalline solid |
| EC / EINECS Number | 237-350-0 |
| Molar Mass | 412.77 g/mol |
| Moisture Sensitivity | Avoid moisture, water, and oxidizing agents |
Key Features and Advantages
- Available in mesh grades from -100 to -325 mesh.
- White moisture-sensitive crystalline solid.
APPLICATION SCOPE: the preparation of other ytterbium compounds
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation.
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
For product specifications and quotation support, contact the Atomfair team.
This item must be stored and handled under strict exclusion of moisture and incompatible materials. It is intended for research use in the preparation of other ytterbium compounds.
- Moisture Sensitivity: Atmospheric moisture can degrade the material and must be excluded during storage and handling.
- Incompatible Materials: Contact with water and oxidizing agents must be avoided to prevent degradation or hazardous reaction.
- Container Integrity: Keep the original container tightly sealed to limit moisture ingress between uses.
- Pre-Use Documentation: Review the Safety Data Sheet for the material before storage, handling, or disposal.
Open and transfer the powder only in a dry, moisture-controlled area to avoid hydrolytic decomposition. Keep the container sealed and away from water and oxidizing agents whenever the material is not in use.
Required Equipment: Clean, dry spatula, Dry receiving vessel
- Inspect container
Inspect the original container seal for damage or prior opening before handling the powder. - Transfer powder
Transfer the powder using a clean, dry spatula into a dry receiving vessel. - Confirm dry conditions
Confirm that all receiving equipment and surrounding surfaces are free of water and oxidizing agents. - Reseal container
Reseal the original container immediately after dispensing to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. - Store sealed
Store the sealed container in a dry location away from water and oxidizing agents.
How does the mesh grade of Ytterbium(III) Bromide powder affect its suitability for synthesizing other ytterbium compounds?
The product is available in mesh grades from -100 to -325 mesh, which determines particle size distribution. Finer meshes (e.g., -325) provide higher surface area for accelerated reaction kinetics, while coarser grades may be preferred for handling ease. The 99.9% purity and white crystalline solid form remain consistent across all mesh grades.
Is Ytterbium(III) Bromide (YbBr3) 99.9% powder compatible with air-free synthesis techniques?
Yes, but it requires strict moisture control. The product is described as a white moisture-sensitive crystalline solid that must avoid moisture, water, and oxidizing agents. Its high purity (99.9%) and defined mesh range make it suitable for research-scale preparation of ytterbium compounds, provided handling occurs under inert atmosphere or dry conditions.
What are the critical storage requirements to preserve the 99.9% purity of Atomfair YbBr3 powder?
Storage must exclude moisture, water, and oxidizing agents due to its moisture-sensitive nature. The powder is supplied in a white crystalline form; exposure to humidity can lead to decomposition or reduced purity. A COA and SDS are available for batch-specific handling guidelines, and the product should be stored in a dry, sealed container under inert gas if possible.
Atomfair Ytterbium(III) Bromide Powder (YbBr3) at 99.9% purity with -100 to -325 mesh grades is a moisture-sensitive crystalline solid designed for research-scale synthesis of ytterbium compounds, requiring inert atmosphere handling.
Positive
- High purity and controlled mesh size: 99.9% purity with -100 to -325 mesh range ensures consistent particle size and low impurity levels, suitable for reproducible synthesis of ytterbium compounds.
- Traceable specifications and documentation: CAS number, EC/EINECS number, and optional COA/SDS provide batch-specific verification for research accountability.
Trade-offs
- Moisture-sensitive handling required: The powder must be stored and manipulated under inert atmosphere or glovebox to avoid hydrolysis and oxidation, adding laboratory infrastructure demands.
- Narrow application scope: Explicitly intended for preparation of other ytterbium compounds; not a general-purpose reagent, limiting its utility to specialized synthesis workflows.
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