Cerium(III) Fluoride
High-purity Cerium(III) Fluoride (CeF3, CAS 7758-88-5), 3N–5N, supplied wholesale by Zyntex. Rare earth fluoride for optical coatings, scintillator crystals, carbon arc electrodes and fluoride glasses. CoA and SDS.
Description
Cerium(III) Fluoride Product Overview
Cerium(III) fluoride (CeF3) is a white powder that does not dissolve in water. It has a refractive index of about 1.63 and transmits well from the ultraviolet to the infrared.
Optical coating producers evaporate it to form durable layers in antireflection and filter coatings. Single crystals of CeF3 are fast, dense scintillators used in high-energy physics detectors. It is also a traditional additive in carbon arc electrodes for bright light sources and is used in fluoride glasses and as a polishing component.
For related cerium compounds, see Cerium Oxide and Cerium Nitrate Hexahydrate; for other fluorides, see Lanthanum(III) fluoride and Zirconium fluoride.
Key Applications of Cerium(III) Fluoride
Main application areas:
🔬 Optical Coatings
Evaporation material for antireflection and filter layers.
⚛️ Scintillators
Fast scintillator crystals for radiation detection.
💡 Carbon Arc Electrodes
Additive for bright arc light sources.
🏺 Fluoride Glasses
Component of specialty fluoride glasses.
Cerium(III) Fluoride Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cerium(III) Fluoride (Anhydrous) |
| CAS Number | 7758-88-5 |
| EC Number | 231-841-3 |
| Molecular Formula / Weight | CeF3 / 197.11 g/mol |
| Purity (REO basis) | 99.9% (3N) to 99.999% (5N) |
| Refractive Index | ~1.63 (@ 500 nm) |
| Documents | CoA and SDS with every lot |
⚠️ Safety & Handling: Harmful if swallowed or inhaled and may irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory tract; contact with strong acids releases hydrogen fluoride. Avoid dust formation and wear gloves, eye protection and dust protection. Store in tightly closed containers in a dry place. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for full classification and handling instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which forms do you supply?
Powder and evaporation granules or pieces for coating are available. Please state form and purity when requesting a quote.
Which purity do I need for optical coatings?
Optical coatings usually use 99.9% to 99.99% material in granular form. Scintillator growth requires the highest purity.
How can I get a price and documents?
Prices depend on quantity, packaging and destination. Contact us with your required volume to receive a quotation together with the CoA and SDS.
