High Purity Praseodymium Oxide Pr6O11 Powder CAS 12037-29-5，99.9%

Description of Praseodymium Oxide Pr6O11 Powder  :

Praseodymium oxide is a rare earth element oxide, usually in a green or yellow-green solid powder. It is moderately stable capable of short-term storage in air, but does not react with water or acids at room temperature. However, at high temperatures or when in contact with other chemicals, praseodymium oxide can react, such as when in contact with reducing agents, it will be reduced to praseodymium metal.

Praseodymium oxide has some important properties, such as its high refractive index, good optical properties, semiconductor properties, catalytic properties, and biomedical applications.

High refractive index and good optical properties: Praseodymium oxide has a high refractive index, and its crystals have high thermal conductivity and excellent optical properties. This allows praseodymium oxide to be used in optical devices such as optical components and lasers. In addition, praseodymium oxide can also be used as optical coating materials and optical components.

Semiconductor properties: Praseodymium oxide is a semiconductor material that can be used in electronics applications such as electronic devices and solar cells. Its special electronic structure and physical properties make it one of the ideal candidates for studying high-temperature superconducting materials.

Catalytic properties: Praseodymium oxide is an effective catalyst material that can be used to synthesize polymer materials such as rubber, synthetic fibers, and plastics. Its high activity, low cost, and easy handling characteristics make it an ideal catalyst material. At the same time, praseodymium oxide may also be utilized as a catalyst material to increase the efficiency and durability of the catalyst.

Biomedical applications: Praseodymium oxide can be used as a fluorescent marker and drug carrier for biomedical research. It can be combined with biomolecules for applications such as imaging, drug delivery, and biomarkers. In addition, praseodymium oxide can also be used to make medical devices such as drug-controlled release systems and medical devices.

Praseodymium Oxide Pr6O11 powder Technical Parameter

Production Method of Praseodymium Oxide Pr6O11 Powder：

Chemical method

Praseodymium salt (such as PrCl3) is reacted with a strong base (such as NaOH) to produce praseodymium hydroxide [Pr(OH)3], which is reheated and decomposed to prepare praseodymium oxide (Pr2O3). This technique has the benefits of a simple operation with low costs and quick access to the necessary raw materials and can realize industrial production. The reaction formula is: PrCl3+ 3NaOH= Pr(OH)3↓+ 3NaCl; Pr(OH)3= Pr2O3+ H2O↑.

Physical method

The direct oxidation of praseodymium salt at high temperatures has the advantages of simple equipment, convenient operation, low cost, high yield, and high purity. It is an ideal method for preparing praseodymium oxide. The equation is 2PrCl3+ 3O2= 2Pr2O3+ 6Cl2↑.

The specific operation steps are: the praseodymium salt (such as PrCl3) and the flux (such as B2O3) are mixed evenly, put into a high-temperature furnace, at a certain temperature through oxygen (or air) oxidation reaction, the generated oxide after cooling, collection, refining and vacuum drying to obtain high purity praseodymium oxide. The function of the flux is to reduce the melting point of the raw material and promote the oxidation reaction.

In addition, praseodymium oxide can also be produced by the combined method of rare earth ore oxidation roasting - alkali leaching - water leaching. The raw material source of this method is wide, the cost is low, and it is suitable for large-scale production.

Application of Praseodymium Oxide Pr6O11 Powder  :

Optical field:

Praseodymium oxide has a high refractive index, good optical properties, and thermal stability and can be used to make optical components, lasers, optical amplifiers, and other optical devices. In the field of optics, praseodymium oxide is an important optical material that can provide excellent optical properties and reliability.

Electronics field:

Praseodymium oxide is a semiconductor material that can be used in electronics applications such as electronic devices and solar cells. Due to its special electronic structure and physical properties, praseodymium oxide has a wide application prospect in the field of electronics.

Catalyst field:

Praseodymium oxide is an effective catalyst material that can be used to synthesize polymer materials such as rubber, synthetic fibers, and plastics. Its high activity, low cost, and easy handling characteristics make it an ideal catalyst material. In the field of catalysts, praseodymium oxide can improve the efficiency of chemical reactions and product purity and promote the development of industrial production.

Medical field:

Praseodymium oxide can be used as a fluorescent marker and drug carrier in biomedical research. It can be combined with biomolecules for applications such as imaging, drug delivery, and biomarkers. In the medical field, praseodymium oxide has a wide application prospect and can provide new ideas and methods for biomedical research.

Other areas:

Praseodymium oxide can also be used as thermistor materials, magnetic materials, luminescent materials, and other applications in different fields. In addition, praseodymium oxide can also be used to make colorants and additives for materials such as glass and ceramics.

Praseodymium Oxide Pr6O11 powder storage conditions:
Weakened powders can cause Pr6O11 to disperse less efficiently and have poor use results. The praseodymiumoxid should therefore be kept in vacuum bags and stored in dry, cool areas. Pr6O11 should not be exposed to stress.

Packaging and Shipping Praseodymium Oxide Praseodymium Oxide Pra6O11 Powder -
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Praseodymium oxide Pr6O11 powder packing: You can vacuum pack 100g, 500g, 1kg/bag or 25kg/barrel. Or as you request.
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