Sm Samarium Powder 6N (99.9999%)

Description

Material	Samarium
Purity	99.9% – 99.9999% / 3N 3N5 4N 4N5 5N 5N5 6N
Shape	powder/nanopowder/nanoparticles
Size	can be customized (contact us)
Package	bottle/bag or customer’s request

 

Samarium powder is a rare earth metal powder with a silvery appearance, derived from the element samarium (Sm), one of the lanthanides. Samarium exhibits properties typical of rare earth elements, such as magnetism and high thermal resistance, making it valuable in advanced technological applications. It is primarily used in permanent magnets, nuclear reactors, and other high-performance materials.

Key Applications:

• Samarium-Cobalt (SmCo) Magnets: Samarium powder is a key component in the production of Samarium-Cobalt magnets, which are known for their high magnetic strength, thermal stability, and resistance to demagnetization. These magnets are widely used in aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial applications.
• Nuclear Reactors: Samarium is used in nuclear reactors as a neutron absorber (control rods), due to its ability to capture neutrons, which helps regulate the fission reaction. Sm-149, an isotope of samarium, plays a critical role in this process.
• Catalysts: Samarium compounds are used as catalysts in organic synthesis, especially in carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions, offering higher efficiency and selectivity in the production of various organic compounds.
• Alloys: Samarium is alloyed with other metals to improve high-temperature performance and corrosion resistance. It is used in certain advanced metal alloys for specialized industrial applications.
• Glass and Ceramics: Samarium can be used to create optical glass that absorbs infrared light, making it suitable for specific infrared applications. It is also used in ceramics to enhance thermal properties and performance.

Features:

• High Magnetic Strength: SmCo magnets, made from samarium, offer superior magnetic strength and can operate at temperatures as high as 350°C, making them ideal for high-temperature and harsh environments.
• Thermal Stability: Samarium exhibits excellent thermal resistance, making it valuable for applications that require stability at high temperatures.
• Neutron Absorbing Properties: Its isotope Sm-149 is an effective neutron absorber, making it crucial in the control of nuclear reactors.
• Corrosion Resistance: SmCo magnets and other samarium alloys are highly resistant to corrosion, enhancing their durability in various industrial and defense applications.
• Catalytic Efficiency: Samarium-based catalysts are useful in organic reactions, particularly in stereoselective synthesis.

Specifications:

• Material Composition: Pure Samarium (Sm)
• Purity: Typically ≥ 99.9% (3N) for high-tech and industrial applications
• Particle Size: Micron (1-10 µm) and nanometer ranges available
• Density: 7.52 g/cm³
• Melting Point: 1,072°C
• Color: Silvery powder

High-purity samarium powder from Tinsan Materials for advanced applications in permanent magnets (SmCo), nuclear reactors, and industrial catalysts. Samarium-based materials offer high magnetic strength, thermal stability, and corrosion resistance, making them ideal for aerospace, defense, and industrial uses.

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