Description of Cerium Nitride CeN Pulver:

Structure:

The crystal structure of cerium nitride is similar to that of cerium oxide and belongs to the fluorite type structure. In cerium nitride, cerium ions are located in the center of an octahedron formed by cubic densely packed nitrogen ions, forming a fluorite-type structure similar to calcium fluoride. This structure gives cerium nitride high hardness, melting point, and chemical stability.

Physical properties:

Cerium nitride is a grayish-black solid with a high melting point (about 2900 ° C) and hardness (Mohs hardness of about 7.5). Its thermal conductivity is relatively low but higher than nitrogen or cerium alone. In addition, cerium nitride also has good chemical stability. At room temperature, it does not react with water, acids, bases, and other substances.

Chemical properties:

Cerium nitride has good chemical stability at high temperatures and cannot quickly react with other elements. However, under high-temperature conditions, cerium nitride can react with certain metal elements (such as titanium, zirconium, etc.) to form intermetallic compounds. In addition, cerium nitride has good stability in a reducing atmosphere and is not easily oxidized.

Optical properties:

Cerium nitride is an excellent optical material with a high refractive index and low dispersion coefficient. In the field of optics, cerium nitride is used in the manufacture of products such as optical glass and fiber optics with high refractive index.

Electrical properties:

Cerium nitride is a good electron transport material because of its high electron mobility and conductivity. In electronics, cerium nitride is used to manufacture products such as high-performance electronic components and integrated circuit chips.

Magnetic properties:

Cerium nitride is ferromagnetic at room temperature and is a magnetic material. Its magnetic properties are comparable to those of pure Ce and CeO2. This magnetic property gives cerium nitride a broad application prospect in magnetic materials and electronic devices.

Thermal properties:

Cerium nitride has high thermal conductivity and thermal stability. At high temperatures, the thermal conductivity of cerium nitride is higher than that of many metal and semiconductor materials. In addition, the thermal stability of cerium nitride is also good, and it is not easy to undergo thermal decomposition or oxidation. This thermal property makes cerium nitride have a broad application prospect in high-temperature electronic devices and high-temperature stoves.

Cerium Nitride CeN powder product performance:
Cerium nitride CeN (CAS 25764-08-8-3), is of high purity. The powder has smaller particle sizes and a greater surface area.

Cerium Nitride CeN powder technical data

Part name	Cerium Nitride Powder of High Purity
MF	CeN
Purity	99.5%
Size of the particle	-100 Mesh
Application	Cerium nitride CeN is used to make high-end ceramics.

Cerium Nitride CeN powder Specification:

Part name	Cerium Nitride CeN Powder
Appearance	Brown Powder
Purity	99.5%
Ca (wt%)	0.0026
Fe (wt%)	0.0032
Si (wt%)	0.0013
C (wt%)	0.001
Al (wt%)	0.0021
Mg (wt%)	0.0007

Production Method of Cerium Nitride CeN Powder：

Direct nitriding method:

Direct nitriding is a standard method for producing cerium nitride. The technique is to react cerium powder directly with nitrogen at a high temperature to make cerium nitride. The specific reaction conditions and process parameters will vary according to different preparation methods and equipment. Usually, the reaction needs to be carried out under high temperature and pressure conditions, so specialized equipment needs to be used to meet these conditions. In addition, to obtain high-purity cerium nitride, subsequent purification and refining processes are required.

The advantage of direct nitriding is that the process is relatively simple, and a higher yield can be obtained. However, this method also comes at a high cost because of the large amount of nitrogen used and the high equipment and process requirements. In addition, due to the relatively harsh reaction conditions, it is necessary to control the reaction conditions and parameters strictly. Otherwise, the quality and purity of cerium nitride may be affected.

In the direct nitriding process, the following steps can be used to prepare cerium nitride:

(1) Mix cerium powder and nitrogen and heat to high temperature;

(2) Reaction at high temperature for some time so that the cerium powder and nitrogen fully react;

(3) Cooling to room temperature to obtain cerium nitride product.

It should be noted that during the heating process, parameters such as temperature and pressure should be strictly controlled to ensure that the reaction can proceed smoothly and obtain high-quality cerium nitride. In addition, in the subsequent purification and refining process, attention should also be paid to controlling the process parameters to ensure the purity and quality of cerium nitride.

Ion implantation method:

Ion implantation is a standard method of material surface modification and can also be used to produce cerium nitride. The technique is to react a gas containing cerium ions with nitrogen in an ion implantation device to make cerium nitride. The specific reaction conditions and process parameters will also vary according to equipment and technology. Usually, the reaction needs to be carried out under conditions of high temperature and high vacuum, so specialized equipment is required to meet these conditions.

The advantage of the ion implantation method is that high-purity cerium nitride can be obtained, and the thickness and distribution of cerium nitride can be controlled by controlling the energy and dose of implanted ions. In addition, the ion implantation method can also form a layer of cerium nitride film on the surface of the material, thereby improving the surface properties of the material. However, this method also has some disadvantages, such as the need for subsequent heat treatment and annealing treatment and other processes and high requirements for equipment and technology.

In the ion implantation method, cerium nitride can be prepared using the following steps:

(1) Gas containing cerium ions is injected into nitrogen and ionized in ion implantation equipment;

(2) Reaction of ionized cerium ion and nitrogen at high temperature for some time;

(3) Subsequent heat and annealing treatments obtain the cerium nitride film.

It should be noted that during the ion implantation process, parameters such as the energy and dose of implanted ions should be strictly controlled to ensure that the reaction can proceed smoothly and high-quality cerium nitride films can be obtained. In addition, when conducting subsequent process treatments such as heat treatment and annealing treatment, attention should be paid to controlling process parameters to ensure the stability and quality of cerium nitride films.

Application of Cerium Nitride CeN Powder :

Electronic field:

Cerium nitride is widely used in the field of electronics. As an excellent electron transport material, cerium nitride has good electrical conductivity. It is used to manufacture electronic transmission materials in integrated circuit chips, which can improve the performance and stability of integrated circuits. In addition, cerium nitride is also used in the manufacture of transistors and other electronic components for the manufacture of highly reliable, high-performance electronic devices.

Energy sector:

In the energy field, cerium nitride is a harmful electrode material for lithium batteries and a fuel cell electrode material. At the same time, cerium nitride has good oxidation resistance and stability as an electrode material in fuel cells, which makes fuel cells have higher power generation efficiency and reliability. These applications can provide more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for the energy industry.

Aerospace field:

In the aerospace field, cerium nitride has excellent high-temperature properties and mechanical stability and is used to manufacture high-temperature structural parts and aircraft engine components. In addition, cerium nitride can also be used to manufacture components of aircraft engines, such as combustion chambers and turbine blades, which can improve the performance and reliability of aircraft engines.

Mechanical field:

Cerium nitride is also widely used in the field of machinery. As a high-strength, high-hardness material, cerium nitride is used to manufacture high-strength, wear-resistant, and corrosion-resistant mechanical parts. For example, cerium nitride can manufacture mechanical components such as tools, bearings, seals, etc., to improve their performance and service life. In addition, cerium nitride can also be used in the manufacture of optical devices, optoelectronic devices such as infrared detectors, as well as solar cells and optoelectronic devices.

Chemical Industry:

It has a large specific surface area and active center, which can provide good catalytic activity. In addition, cerium nitride can also be used as a catalyst carrier material to improve the performance and stability of the catalyst. These applications can provide more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for the chemical industry.

Biomedical field:

In recent years, the application of cerium nitride in the biomedical field has gradually received attention. Studies have shown that cerium nitride has good biocompatibility and biocorrosion resistance and can be used for complex tissue repair and replacement materials in the biomedical field, such as teeth and bones. In addition, cerium nitride can also be used as a drug carrier and drug-release material to achieve drug-directed transmission and slow release. These applications provide new therapeutic methods and means for the biomedical field.

Cerium Nitride CeN powder packaging and shipping：
There are many kinds of packing available depending on the Cerium Nitride CeN Powder quantity.
Cerium nitride CeN CeN powder packaging: You can vacuum pack 1kg/bag, 25kg/barrel or according to your requirements.
Cerium nitride CeN (cement powder) shipping After receipt of payment, items may be shipped by air or sea as soon as they are possible.

Cerium Nitride CeN Powder Properties
Alternate Names	nitridocerium, azanylidynecerium, cerium mononitride, cerium nitride, CeN powder
	25764-08-3
Compound Formula	CeN
Molecular Weight	154.123
Appearance	Solid
Melting Point	N/A
Solubility In Water	N/A
Density	N/A
Purity	99.50%
Particle Size	-100 Mesh
Boling Point	N/A
Specific Heat	N/A
Thermo Conductivity	N/A
Thermal Expansion	N/A
Young’s Module	N/A
Exact Mass	153.908513 g/mol
Monoisotopic	153.908513 g/mol
Cerium Nitride CeN powder Health & Safety Information
Safety Notice	Alert
Hazard Statements	H315-H319-H335
Flashing Point	N/A
Hazard Codes	Xi
Risk Codes	N/A
Safety statements	N/A
RTECS #	N/A
Transport Information	NONH on all transport modes
WGK Germany	N/A

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