Product Specifications

Note: Specifications are based on theoretical data. For customized requirements and detailed inquiries, please contact us.

Product Description

Lutetium Nitride (LuN) is a high-performance rare-earth nitride known for its outstanding thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties. Crystallizing in a rock-salt-type cubic structure, LuN offers remarkable thermal stability with melting points exceeding 2,000°C, making it suitable for extreme-temperature environments.

Key Features:

• Thermal Stability: With a high melting point, LuN remains stable under extreme temperatures and resists thermal degradation.
• Mechanical Strength: Exhibits significant hardness and wear resistance, ideal for applications involving abrasive or corrosive conditions.
• Electrical Properties: Demonstrates semiconducting behavior, which can be tailored through doping, making it suitable for specialized electronic and optoelectronic devices.
• Chemical Stability: Stable in inert or reducing atmospheres, resisting oxidation and degradation at elevated temperatures.
• High Density: Its compact structure reduces gas and ion diffusion rates, advantageous for protective coatings and diffusion barriers.
• Research Applications: Valuable in quantum materials research and high-energy applications due to the unique properties of lutetium ions.

Overall, Lutetium Nitride’s combination of thermal resilience, mechanical robustness, and electrical versatility makes it a versatile material for advanced engineering and scientific applications.

Applications

1. Electronics and Semiconductors:
   Ideal for high-temperature semiconducting devices and specialized electronic components requiring stability under thermal stress.

2. Optoelectronic Devices:
   Utilized in LEDs, laser diodes, and infrared detectors, leveraging its unique electronic structure and rare-earth characteristics.

3. Protective Coatings:
   Applied as barrier coatings in aerospace and nuclear industries to resist wear, oxidation, and corrosion in harsh environments.

4. Catalysis and Surface Science:
   Serves as a catalyst or support in high-temperature reactions, benefiting from its stability and surface properties.

5. Research and Development:
   Essential for studies in rare-earth nitrides, quantum materials, and nanoscale magnetic or electronic phenomena.

Packaging

SMC provides secure and customized packaging tailored to your needs:

• Small Quantities:
  Packaged in durable PE (polyethylene) boxes, available in 500g per box.

• Large Quantities:
  Offered in 1000g vacuum-sealed bags for enhanced preservation.

• Customized Packaging:
  Options include cartons, wooden crates, or bespoke solutions to ensure optimal protection during transit.

For special packaging requirements, please contact us.

Manufacturing Process

Testing Methods

1. Chemical Composition Analysis:
   Ensures purity using techniques like GDMS or XRF.

2. Mechanical Properties Testing:
   Evaluates hardness and wear resistance to confirm material performance.

3. Dimensional Inspection:
   Verifies particle size distribution to meet specified mesh requirements.

4. Surface Quality Inspection:
   Detects defects such as impurities or inconsistencies through visual and microscopic examination.

5. Electrical Conductivity Testing:
   Measures electrical properties to ensure suitability for electronic applications.

For detailed testing procedures, refer to SMC’s quality assurance protocols.

FAQs

Q1. How is Lutetium Nitride (LuN) stored?
A: LuN powder should be kept in a dry, inert atmosphere—typically under argon or nitrogen—to prevent oxidation or hydrolysis, as rare-earth nitrides are sensitive to moisture.

Q2. Is LuN reactive or hazardous?
A: LuN is stable under dry, inert conditions but may react slowly with moisture or oxygen over time. Proper handling, including the use of gloves and eye protection, is recommended.

Q3. Can LuN be synthesized in lab-scale settings?
A: Yes, LuN can be synthesized through high-temperature solid-state reactions involving lutetium metal and nitrogen gas or ammonia under controlled conditions.

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Common Preparation Methods

Lutetium Nitride (LuN) powder is typically synthesized through a direct nitridation process:

1. Starting Materials:
   High-purity lutetium metal is used as the precursor.

2. Nitridation Process:
   The lutetium metal is placed in a furnace and heated to temperatures between 800°C and 1200°C in a controlled atmosphere of nitrogen or ammonia gas.

3. Reaction:
   Nitrogen atoms diffuse into the lutetium lattice, forming LuN. The process is carefully monitored to ensure complete conversion and optimal crystallinity.

4. Cooling and Collection:
   After the reaction, the furnace is cooled in an inert atmosphere, and the resulting black LuN powder is collected.

5. Post-Processing:
   The powder is sieved or milled to achieve the desired particle size and purity, ensuring suitability for advanced applications.

This method produces high-purity, fine-grained LuN powder with excellent structural and physical properties, ideal for use in electronics, optics, and other high-tech industries.