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Erbium foil, 0.1mm (0.004in) thick, 99.9% (REO), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Erbium foil is commonly used as a photographic filter, and because of its resilience it is useful as a metallurgical additive. It is used as an alloying element with titanium and is also used to produce infra-red absorbing glass. Used in nuclear technology for control rods; an alloy in vanadium to lower hardness, lasers and erbium doped fiber amplifiers, a colorant in glass and porcelain.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
| Color | Silver to Gray |
| Quantity | 50 x 50 mm |
| UN Number | UN3178 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in acids. Insoluble in water. |
| Percent Purity | 99.9% |
| Weight | ≈0.57g/25x25mm |
| Form | Foil |
| Assay | (REO) |
| Chemical Name or Material | Erbium foil, 0.1mm (0.004 in.) thick |
Safety and Handling
GHS H Statement
H228-H260
Flammable solid.
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
P210-P240-P241-P280-P370+P378q
H228
DOTInformation : Transport Hazard Class: 4.1; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
EINECSNumber : 231-160-1
TSCA : Yes
Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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