Neodymium Boride, Neodymium Hexaboride, 12008-23-0

Neodymium Boride, Neodymium Hexaboride, 12008-23-0

🧲 NEODYMIUM BORIDE

1️⃣ Physical and Chemical Properties

• Chemical Name: Neodymium Hexaboride

• Chemical Formula: NdB₆

• CAS Number: 12008-23-0

• EC Number: 234-529-0

• Molecular Weight: 203.84 g/mol

• Appearance: Grey-black powder or ceramic solid

• Melting Point: ~2200 °C

• Density: ~4.7 g/cm³

• Electrical Conductivity: High

• Thermal Expansion Coefficient: Low

• Crystal Structure: Cubic (CaB₆ type)

• Stability: Oxidation-resistant, stable in inert atmosphere

2️⃣ Detailed Applications

• Cathode material: NdB₆ nanoneedles for electron emission

• High-temperature ceramics: Thermal and mechanical stability

• Sputtering targets: Thin-film deposition systems

• Electronic components: Semiconductors and thermoelectrics

• Defense industry: Impact-resistant and heat-resistant systems

• Nuclear technology: Boron content provides neutron absorption

3️⃣ Synonyms, CAS, EC, and Codes

4️⃣ Alternatives / Substitutes

• Lanthanum Boride (LaB₆): Similar cathode and thermoelectric uses

• Zirconium Boride (ZrB₂): Alternative in ceramics and coatings

• Neodymium Oxide (Nd₂O₃): Oxide form for magnet production

• Boron Carbide (B₄C): Used in armor and abrasives

5️⃣ Sectoral Compatibility Table

6️⃣ Common Names

• Neodymium boride powder

• NdB₆ ceramic block

• Cathode boride compound

• High-temperature boride additive

7️⃣ Production

• Source Material: Neodymium oxide or fluoride with boron compounds

• Process: High-temperature reduction → Sintering → Milling

• Available Forms: Powder, pellet, sputtering target

• Main Producer Countries: China, USA, Germany

• Commercial Purity Grades: 99% to 99.999%