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 (such as YIG), 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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Lanthanum Manganate (LaMnO3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Lanthanum Manganate (LaMnO3)
Catalog No.DPOX57ST
Purity:99.9%Please click for discount and other size
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Lanthanum Nickel Oxide (LaNiO3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Lanthanum Nickel Oxide (LaNiO3)
Catalog No.DPOX57ST
Purity:99.9%Please click for discount and other size
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Lanthanum Niobium Oxide (LaNbO3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Lanthanum Niobium Oxide (LaNbO3)
Catalog No.DPOX57ST
Purity:99.9%Please click for discount and other size
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Lanthanum Vanadium Oxide (LaVO3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Lanthanum Vanadium Oxide (LaVO3)
Catalog No.DPOX57ST
Purity:99.9%Please click for discount and other size
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Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) Sputter Target
Composition: Zirconium Oxide (YSZ)
Catalog No.DPOX40YST
Purity:99.9%Please click for discount and other size
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Lanthanum Oxide (La2O3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Lanthanum Oxide (La2O3)
Catalog No.DPOX57ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Lutetium Oxide (Lu2O3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Lutetium Oxide (Lu2O3)
Catalog No.DPOX71ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Praseodymium Oxide (Pr6O11) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Praseodymium Oxide (Pr6O11)
Catalog No.DPOX59ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Samarium Oxide (Sm2O3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Samarium Oxide (Sm2O3)
Catalog No.DPOX62ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Terbium Oxide (Tb4O7) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Terbium Oxide (Tb4O7)
Catalog No.DPOX65ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Thulium Oxide (Tm2O3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Thulium Oxide (Tm2O3)
Catalog No.DPOX69ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Yttrium Oxide (Y2O3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Yttrium Oxide (Y2O3)
Catalog No.DPOX39ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Ytterbium Oxide (Yb2O3) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Ytterbium Oxide (Yb2O3)
Catalog No.DPOX70ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.99% (REO)Please click for discount and other size
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Lutetium (Lu) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Lutetium (Lu)
Catalog No.DPME71ST
Purity:99.5% ~ 99.9%(REM)Please click for discount and other size
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Ytterbium (Yb) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Ytterbium (Yb)
Catalog No.DPME70ST
Purity:99.9%(REM)Please click for discount and other size
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Thulium (Tm) Sputtering Targets
Composition:Thulium (Tm)
Catalog No.:DPME69ST
Purity:99.9%(REM)
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Terbium (Tb) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Terbium (Tb)
Catalog No.DPME65ST
Purity:99.9%(REM)
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Samarium (Sm) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Samarium (Sm)
Catalog No.DPME62ST
Purity:99.9%(REM)Please click for discount and other size
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Neodymium (Nd) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Neodymium (Nd)
Catalog No.DPME60ST
Purity:99.9% ~ 99.95%(REM)Please click for discount and other size
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Praseodymium (Pr) Sputtering Targets
Composition: Praseodymium (Pr)
Catalog No.DPME59ST
Purity:99.5% ~ 99.9%(REM)Please click for discount and other size