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Lutetium Disilicide Powder LuSi2 CAS 12032-13-2
Properties
- Appearance: Silvery-gray crystalline solidDensity: ~7.5–8.0 g/cm³Melting Point: >1550°C
Features
- Exceptional Thermal Stability: Designed to withstand extreme temperatures (>1500°C), ideal for high-stress environments requiring oxidation and thermal shock resistance.Intermetallic Excellence: Combines lutetium’s rare-earth properties with silicon, offering a unique balance of hardness, electrical conductivity, and corrosion resistance.Precision Synthesis: Fabricated via arc-melting or controlled solid-state reactions under inert atmospheres, ensuring high phase purity and stoichiometric accuracy.
Products Usage
1. Semiconductor Development: Utilized in advanced electronic components, such as gate electrodes or diffusion barriers, due to its stable intermetallic structure.
2. High-Temperature Coatings: Explored for protective layers in aerospace turbines and nuclear reactors to enhance durability under thermal cycling.
3. Thermoelectric Research: Investigated for energy conversion efficiency in extreme conditions, leveraging its potential low thermal conductivity and high electrical output.
4. Catalysis & Sensors: Studied as a catalyst support or sensor material in harsh chemical environments due to lutetium’s reactivity and stability.
Packing:
Our normal packaging is 25kgs/Drum
The packaging can be customized. the shipping term can be by sea, by air, and sample or small quantity can be shipped by DHL, FEDEX, EMS and TNT.
Remark: Chemical composition and size can be optimized by the customers' requirements


Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Separated from ammonia, strong hydrogen peroxide solutions and strong acids.
Safety Protection
Precautions for safe handling
Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.