Rare Earth Elements
Rare earth elements, constitute a unique group in the periodic table (lanthanides) and Y and Sc. 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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Gadolinium (Gd) Metal
Composition: Gd
Catalog No.: REM64C
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Scandium Metal (Granules)
Scandium metal raw material, could be used as raw material for sputter targets and other scandium metal products. The metal was cast into granules weight about 50 gram each and 1.5" diameter.
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Rare Earth Ceramic Sputtering Targets
Catalog of ceramic sputtering targets of rare earth elements
Sc, Y, La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tb, Yb, Lu. Their oxides, fluorides...
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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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Neodymium Oxide (Nd2O3) Sputtering Target
Catalog Number:DPOX60ST
Chemical Formula:Nd2O3
Purity:99.99%
Shape:Discs, Plates, Column Targets and other costom size
Max.Size:18 inch discTypical Price: $500/ea (2 inch diameter)
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Ytterbium (Yb) Rod
Composition: Yb
Catalog No.: REM70RD
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Thulium (Tm) Plate/Sheet/Foil
Composition: Th
Catalog No.: REM69S
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Scandium (Sc) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Sc
Catalog No.: REM21EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Yttrium (Y) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Y
Catalog No.: REM39EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Praseodymium (Pr) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Pr
Catalog No.: REM59EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Neodymium (Nd) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Nd
Catalog No.: REM60EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Samarium (Sm) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Sm
Catalog No.: REM62EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Gadolinium (Gd) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Gd
Catalog No.: REM64EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Terbium (Tb) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Tb
Catalog No.: REM65EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Dysprosium (Dy) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Dy
Catalog No.: REM66EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Holmium (Ho) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Ho
Catalog No.: REM67EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Erbium (Er) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Er
Catalog No.: REM68EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Ytterbium (Yb) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Yb
Catalog No.: REM70EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
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Lutetium (Lu) Evaporation Materials
Composition: Lu
Catalog No.: REM71EV
REM Purity: >99.9%
Lead time: 3 weeks
Price: start from $300
