Lu Lutetium Powder 5N (99.999%)

Description

Material	Lutetium
Purity	99.9% – 99.999% / 3N 3N5 4N 4N5 5N
Shape	powder/nanopowder/nanoparticles
Size	can be customized (contact us)
Package	bottle/bag or customer’s request

 

Lutetium powder is a fine, silvery-white metallic powder derived from the rare earth element lutetium (Lu), which is the heaviest and one of the least abundant of the lanthanides. Although lutetium is not as widely used as some other rare earth elements, it has unique properties that make it valuable for specific high-tech applications, especially in the fields of electronics, nuclear technology, and medical imaging.

Key Applications:

• Catalysts: Lutetium is used as a catalyst in various petrochemical and polymerization reactions, where its high reactivity contributes to efficient processes.
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanners: Lutetium is used in lutetium oxyorthosilicate (LSO) crystals, which are employed in the detectors of PET scanners, a critical tool in medical imaging, particularly for cancer diagnosis.
• Nuclear Technology: Lutetium isotopes are used in research and as a potential target for nuclear medicine, including radiotherapy for cancer treatment. Lutetium-177 is a well-known radioisotope used in targeted cancer therapy.
• Phosphors and Luminescent Materials: Lutetium compounds are used in phosphors, which are materials that emit light when exposed to radiation. These are used in certain types of display technologies and lighting.
• Glass and Ceramics: Lutetium-doped materials can be used in high-performance ceramics and glasses for laser applications, owing to their stability and high-temperature resistance.
• Research and Development: Lutetium is valuable for scientific studies in material science and chemistry due to its scarcity and unique properties compared to other rare earth elements.

Features:

• High Density: Lutetium is one of the densest of the lanthanides, giving it unique properties for use in specialized materials and applications.
• Corrosion Resistance: Lutetium is resistant to oxidation and corrosion, making it durable in various environments.
• Radioisotope Lu-177: Lutetium-177, a radioactive isotope, is used in targeted radionuclide therapy (TRT), particularly for treating neuroendocrine tumors.
• Stable Catalyst: Lutetium is used as an efficient catalyst for cracking hydrocarbons in petroleum refining and polymerization reactions.
• Luminescent Properties: Lutetium compounds are employed in certain light-emitting applications due to their luminescence when excited by radiation.

Specifications:

• Material Composition: Pure Lutetium (Lu)
• Purity: ≥ 99.9% (3N or higher) for high-tech and industrial applications
• Particle Size: Micron (1-10 µm) or nanometer range available
• Density: 9.84 g/cm³
• Melting Point: 1,663°C
• Boiling Point: 3,402°C
• Color: Silvery-white powder

High-purity lutetium powder from Tinsan Materials for advanced applications in PET scanners, catalysts, nuclear medicine, and luminescent materials. Lutetium offers high density, excellent corrosion resistance, and is used in cutting-edge technology, including cancer therapy.

If you have specific requirements, such as dimensions, purity, or application details, please contact us to match your needs.