Lanthanide
Lanthanide elements, also known as rare earth elements, constitute a unique group in the periodic table. Consisting of 15 elements from atomic number 57 (lanthanum) to 71 (lutetium), they possess distinctive electronic configurations and exhibit fascinating properties that make them indispensable in various fields.
Lanthanide elements find widespread applications in industries such as electronics, magnets, catalysts, optics, and healthcare. Their unique electronic structure gives rise to exceptional magnetic properties, making them crucial components in magnets used for motors, generators, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines. Additionally, their luminescent properties are exploited in various lighting technologies, including energy-efficient compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and phosphors for television screens.
These elements are also essential in catalysts for various chemical reactions. Lanthanide-based catalysts are employed in petroleum refining, pollution control, and the production of polymers and pharmaceuticals. Their catalytic properties enable more efficient and selective reactions, contributing to sustainable manufacturing processes.
In optics, lanthanide-doped materials are utilized as laser materials, optical fibers, and phosphors. The ability of certain lanthanide ions to emit specific colors of light makes them valuable in displays, lighting, and laser applications.
Furthermore, lanthanide elements are crucial in healthcare. They are used in diagnostic imaging techniques, such as MRI and X-ray contrast agents, as well as in cancer treatment through targeted radiotherapy. Lanthanides possess radioactive isotopes that can be selectively targeted to cancer cells, delivering localized radiation therapy while minimizing damage to healthy tissues.
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Rare Earth Metal Sputtering Targets
Catalog. No. DPMERE
Pure metal and alloys sputteringtargets of rare earth elements
Sc, Y, La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tb, Yb, Lu
Prices start from $300.00 (2" x 0.125" target)
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Thulium (Tm) Plate/Sheet/Foil
Composition: Th Catalog No.:REM69SPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Yttrium (Y) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Y Catalog No.:REM39EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Praseodymium (Pr) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Pr Catalog No.:REM59EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Neodymium (Nd) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Nd Catalog No.:REM60EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Samarium (Sm) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Sm Catalog No.:REM62EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Gadolinium (Gd) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Gd Catalog No.:REM64EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Terbium (Tb) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Tb Catalog No.:REM65EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Dysprosium (Dy) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Dy Catalog No.:REM66EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Holmium (Ho) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Ho Catalog No.:REM67EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Erbium (Er) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Er Catalog No.:REM68EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Thulium (Tm) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Th Catalog No.:REM69EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Ytterbium (Yb) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Yb Catalog No.:REM70EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Lutetium (Lu) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Lu Catalog No.:REM71EVPurity:99.95%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Magnesium-Neodymium (Mg-Nd) Master Alloy
Composition: Mg and Nd Catalog No.:REM60MgPurity:Nd: 25%,30%,35%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Magnesium-Yttrium (Mg-Y) Master Alloy
Composition: Mg and Y Catalog No.:REM39MgPurity:Y: 20%~70%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Magnesium-Lanthanum (Mg-La) Master Alloy
Composition: Mg and La Catalog No.:REM57MgPurity:La: 20%~70%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
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Magnesium-Cerium (Mg-Ce) Master Alloy
Composition: Mg and Ce Catalog No.:REM58MgPurity:Ce: 20%~70%Typical Lead Time:3 weeks
