Atomfair Strontium Iodide Powder (SrI₂), 99% Purity
Product Description
Atomfair strontium iodide (SrI₂) is supplied in powder form with 99% purity.
Technical Specifications
| PARAMETER DETAILS | |
|---|---|
| Product | Strontium Iodide Powder (SrI2) |
| Material | Strontium Iodide |
| Chemical Formula | SrI2 |
| CAS Number | 10476-86-5 |
| Purity | 99% |
| Physical State | Powder |
| EC / EINECS Number | 233-972-1 |
| Molar Mass | 341.43 g/mol (anhydrous) |
| Appearance | Colorless to white crystalline platelets |
| Density | 4.55 g/cm³ (anhydrous) |
| Melting Point | 507–645 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1773 °C (decomposes) |
| Water Solubility | 177.0 g/100 mL at 20 °C |
| Crystal Structure | Orthorhombic, oP24 |
| Moisture Sensitivity | Deliquescent |
Key Features and Advantages
- 99% purity.
APPLICATION SCOPE: scintillator-material and gamma-ray spectroscopy research, including Eu-doped SrI₂ systems
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation.
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
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Strontium iodide powder is highly deliquescent and will absorb atmospheric moisture. Proper storage and handling under anhydrous conditions are required to maintain its 99% purity and chemical integrity.
- Moisture Sensitivity: The material is classified as deliquescent, meaning it absorbs sufficient water from the atmosphere to form a solution.
- Purity Dependence: Maintaining anhydrous conditions is critical to preserve the specified 99% purity level.
What handling precautions are necessary for strontium iodide powder given its deliquescent nature?
Strontium iodide is deliquescent and highly water-soluble (177.0 g/100 mL at 20 °C), so it must be stored in a dry, inert atmosphere to prevent moisture absorption and dissolution. Handling in a glovebox under argon or nitrogen is recommended. The manufacturer can provide an SDS for detailed safety and handling procedures upon request.
Is this strontium iodide powder suitable for synthesizing Eu-doped SrI₂ scintillator crystals?
Yes, the product is explicitly intended for scintillator-material and gamma-ray spectroscopy research, including Eu-doped SrI₂ systems. The 99% purity provides a baseline for doping studies, though researchers should request a batch-specific COA to confirm trace impurity levels if critical.
What are the key physical properties of this strontium iodide powder for crystal growth processing?
The product has a density of 4.55 g/cm³, a melting point range of 507–645 °C, and decomposes at 1773 °C. It forms an orthorhombic crystal structure (oP24) and has a molar mass of 341.43 g/mol (anhydrous). These parameters are essential for designing crystal growth thermal profiles and stoichiometric calculations.
Atomfair Strontium Iodide Powder (99% purity) is evaluated for scintillator and gamma-ray spectroscopy research, particularly Eu-doped SrI₂ systems. Its high density and orthorhombic crystal structure support scintillation performance, but the material's deliquescent nature and thermal decomposition at boiling point impose strict handling and processing constraints.
Positive
- Scintillator Research Application: Specifically suited for scintillator-material and gamma-ray spectroscopy research, including Eu-doped SrI₂ systems, due to high density (4.55 g/cm³) and orthorhombic crystal structure.
- High Purity Grade: 99% purity minimizes impurity interference, providing consistent baseline properties for experimental reproducibility.
Trade-offs
- Deliquescent Moisture Sensitivity: Material is deliquescent, requiring anhydrous storage and handling to prevent hydration and loss of crystalline integrity upon exposure to ambient humidity.
- Thermal Decomposition at Boiling Point: Boiling point (1773 °C) is accompanied by decomposition, limiting high-temperature processing options and necessitating controlled thermal conditions.
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