 American Elements specializes in producing high purity Erbium Fluoride Sputtering Targets with the highest possible density  and smallest possible average grain sizes for use in semiconductor, chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and physical vapor deposition (PVD) display and optical applications. Our standard Sputtering Targets for thin film are available monoblock or bonded with dimensions and configurations up to 820 mm with hole drill locations and threading, beveling, grooves and backing designed to work with both older sputtering devises as well as the latest process equipment, such as large area coating for solar energy or fuel cells and flip-chip applications. Research sized targets are also produced as well as custom sizes and alloys. All targets are analyzed using best demonstrated techniques including X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry (GDMS), and Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP). "Sputtering" allows for thin film deposition of an ultra high purity sputtering metallic or oxide material onto another solid substrate by the controlled removal and conversion of the target material into a directed gaseous/plasma phase through ionic bombardment. We can also provide targets outside this range in addition to just about any size rectangular, annular, or oval target. Materials are produced using crystallization, solid state and other ultra high purification processes such as sublimation. American Elements specializes in producing custom compositions for commercial and research applications and for new proprietary technologies. American Elements also casts any of the rare earth metals and most other advanced materials into rod, bar or plate form, as well as other machined shapes and through other processes nanoparticles. We also produce Erbium Fluoride as rods, powder and plates. Other shapes are available by request.
 Erbium is a Block F, Group 3, Period 6 element. The number of electrons in each of Erbium's shells is 2, 8, 18, 30, 8, 2 and its electronic configuration is [Xe]4f12 6s2. In its elemental form erbium's CAS number is 7440-52-0. The erbium atom has a radius of 173.4.pm and it's Van der Waals radius is unknown. Erbium is moderately toxic. Erbium has application in glass coloring, as an amplifier in fiber optics, and in lasers for medical and dental use. Erbium is  available as metal and compounds with purities from 99% to 99.999% (ACS grade to ultra-high purity); metals in the form of foil, sputtering target, and rod, and compounds as submicron and nanopowder. The ion has a very narrow absorption band coloring erbium salts pink. It is therefore used in eyeware and decorative glassware. It can neutralize discoloring impurities such as ferric ions and produce a neutral gray shade. It is used in a variety of glass products for this purpose. It is particularly useful as an amplifier for fiber optic data transfer. Erbium was first discovered by Carl Mosander in 1843. Erbium is named after the Swedish town, Ytterby. See Eribium research below.
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PACKAGING SPECIFICATIONS FOR BULK & RESEARCH QUANTITIES |
Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes.
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Recent Research & Development for Erbium
- Removal of Sea Urchin Spines Using Erbium-Doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet Ablation.
Gungor S, Tarikçi N, Gokdemir G.
Dermatol Surg. 2011 Dec 30. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2011.02259.x. [Epub ahead of print] No abstract available.
PMID:
22211378
[PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- Laser and intense pulsed light management of couperose and rosacea.
Dahan S.
Ann Dermatol Venereol. 2011 Nov;138 Suppl 3:S219-22.
PMID:
22183103
[PubMed - in process]
- In Solution Sensitization of Er(III) Luminescence by the 4-Tetrathiafulvalene-2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Antenna Ligand.
Pointillart F, Bourdolle A, Cauchy T, Maury O, Le Gal Y, Golhen S, Cador O, Ouahab L.
Inorg Chem. 2011 Dec 30. [Epub ahead of print]
PMID:
22208478
[PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- Selected Trace Elements in the Sacramento River, California: Occurrence and Distribution.
Taylor HE, Antweiler RC, Roth DA, Alpers CN, Dileanis P.
Arch Environ Contam Toxicol. 2011 Dec 23. [Epub ahead of print]
PMID:
22193863
[PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- Study about the effects of dental noises on the emotional experiences of children aged 6 to 10 years. A pilot study.
Birardi V, Pasini F.
Eur J Paediatr Dent. 2011 Dec;12(4):236-8.
PMID:
22185247
[PubMed - in process]
- High-power polycrystalline Er:YAG ceramic laser at 1617 nm.
Zhang C, Shen DY, Wang Y, Qian LJ, Zhang J, Qin XP, Tang DY, Yang XF, Zhao T.
Opt Lett. 2011 Dec 15;36(24):4767-9. doi: 10.1364/OL.36.004767.
PMID:
22179877
[PubMed - in process]
- Uranyl Sensitization of Samarium(III) Luminescence in a Two-Dimensional Coordination Polymer.
Knope KE, de Lill DT, Rowland CE, Cantos PM, de Bettencourt-Dias A, Cahill CL.
Inorg Chem. 2012 Jan 2;51(1):201-6. Epub 2011 Dec 15.
PMID:
22171660
[PubMed - in process]
- Core/shell structured NaYF(4):Yb(3+)/Er(3+)/Gd(+3) nanorods with Au nanoparticles or shells for flexible amorphous silicon solar cells.
Li ZQ, Li XD, Liu QQ, Chen XH, Sun Z, Liu C, Ye XJ, Huang SM.
Nanotechnology. 2011 Dec 14;23(2):025402. [Epub ahead of print]
PMID:
22166792
[PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- Side effects and complications of fractional 1550-nm erbium fiber laser treatment among Asians.
Vaiyavatjamai P, Wattanakrai P.
J Cosmet Dermatol. 2011 Dec;10(4):313-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1473-2165.2011.00585.x.
PMID:
22151942
[PubMed - in process]
- Skin characteristics after fractional photothermolysis.
Oh BH, Hwang YJ, Lee YW, Choe YB, Ahn KJ.
Ann Dermatol. 2011 Nov;23(4):448-54. Epub 2011 Nov 3.
PMID:
22148011
[PubMed - in process]
- Novel heterometal-organic complexes as first single source precursors for up-converting NaY(Ln)F(4) (Ln = Yb, Er, Tm) nanomaterials.
Mishra S, Ledoux G, Jeanneau E, Daniele S, Joubert MF.
Dalton Trans. 2011 Dec 2. [Epub ahead of print]
PMID:
22134711
[PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- The Efficacy of Er,Cr:YSGG Laser in Reconditioning of Metallic Orthodontic Brackets.
Ahrari F, Basafa M, Fekrazad R, Mokarram M, Akbari M.
Photomed Laser Surg. 2012 Jan;30(1):41-6. Epub 2011 Dec 1.
PMID:
22133152
[PubMed - in process]
- Electrically pumped silicon waveguide light sources.
Jayatilleka H, Nasrollahy-Shiraz A, Kenyon AJ.
Opt Express. 2011 Nov 21;19(24):24569-76. doi: 10.1364/OE.19.024569.
PMID:
22109485
[PubMed - in process]
- Broadly tunable L-band multiwavelength BEFL utilizing nonlinear amplified loop mirror filter.
Al-Mansoori MH, Mahdi MA.
Opt Express. 2011 Nov 21;19(24):23981-8. doi: 10.1364/OE.19.023981.
PMID:
22109422
[PubMed - in process]
- Characteristics of rational harmonic mode-locked short-cavity fiber ring laser using a bismuth-oxide-based erbium-doped fiber and a bismuth-oxide-based highly nonlinear fiber.
Fukuchi Y, Maeda J.
Opt Express. 2011 Nov 7;19(23):22502-9. doi: 10.1364/OE.19.022502.
PMID:
22109128
[PubMed - in process]
- Generation of 120-fs laser pulses at 1-GHz repetition rate derived from continuous wave laser diode.
Ishizawa A, Nishikawa T, Mizutori A, Takara H, Nakano H, Sogawa T, Takada A, Koga M.
Opt Express. 2011 Nov 7;19(23):22402-9. doi: 10.1364/OE.19.022402.
PMID:
22109116
[PubMed - in process]
- Multiwavelength Brillouin fiber laser with enhanced reverse-S-shaped feedback coupling assisted by out-of-cavity optical amplifier.
Rahman ZA, Hitam S, Al-Mansoori MH, Abas AF, Mahdi MA.
Opt Express. 2011 Oct 24;19(22):21238-45. doi: 10.1364/OE.19.021238.
PMID:
22108976
[PubMed - in process]
- Effects of Dentin Surface Modifications Treated with Er:YAG and Nd:YAG Laser Irradiation on Fibroblast Cell Adhesion.
Bolortuya G, Ebihara A, Ichinose S, Watanabe S, Anjo T, Kokuzawa C, Saegusa H, Kawashima N, Suda H.
Photomed Laser Surg. 2011 Nov 22. [Epub ahead of print]
PMID:
22107609
[PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- Treatment of Melasma Using a Novel 1,927-nm Fractional Thulium Fiber Laser: A Pilot Study.
Polder KD, Bruce S.
Dermatol Surg. 2011 Oct 10. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2011.02178.x. [Epub ahead of print]
PMID:
22093448
[PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- Letter: successful treatment of multiple miliary osteomas of the face using an erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser.
Ortiz AE, Ross EV.
Dermatol Surg. 2011 Oct;37(10):1548-50. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2011.02112.x. No abstract available.
PMID:
22092945
[PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Material Safety Data Sheet |
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1 Identification of substance
- Product details
- Trade name Erbium (III) Fluoride
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2 Composition/Data on components:
- Chemical characterization:
Designation: (CAS#)
Erbium (III) fluoride, anhydrous (CAS# 13760-83-3), 100%
- Identification number(s):
- EINECS Number: 237-356-3
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3 Hazards identification
- Hazard designation: Xn Harmful
- Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
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4 First aid measures
- After inhalation
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.
Seek immediate medical advice.
- After skin contact
Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Seek immediate medical advice.
Rub in Ca-gluconate solution or Ca-gluconate gel immediately.
- After eye contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor.
- After swallowing Seek immediate medical advice.
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5 Fire fighting measures
- Suitable extinguishing agents
Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.
- Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or
flue gases:
Can be released in case of fire:
Hydrogen fluoride (HF)
- Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Wear full protective suit.
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6 Accidental release measures
- Person-related safety precautions:
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Ensure adequate ventilation
- Measures for environmental protection:
Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
- Measures for cleaning/collecting:
Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Additional information:
See Section 7 for information on safe handling
See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for information on disposal.
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7 Handling and storage
- Handling
- Information for safe handling:
Keep containers tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
- Information about protection against explosions and fires:
The product is not flammable
- Storage
- Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers:
No special requirements.
- Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Do not store together with acids.
- Further information about storage conditions:
This product is hygroscopic.
Protect from humidity and keep away from water.
Protect from carbon dioxide.
Keep container tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
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8 Exposure controls and personal protection
- Additional information about design of technical systems:
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.
- Components with critical values that require monitoring at the
workplace:
Fluorides (as F)
mg/m3
ACGIH TLV 2.5
Austria TWA 2.5
Belgium TWA 2.5
Finland TWA 2.5
France TWA 2.5
Germany MAK 2.5
Hungary TWA 1; 2-STEL
Netherlands TWA 3.5
Norway TWA 0.6
Poland TWA 1; 3-STEL
Sweden NGV 2
Switzerland MAK-W 1.5
United Kingdom TWA 2.5
Russia TWA 2
Denmark TWA 2.5
USA PEL 2.5
- Additional information: No data
- Personal protective equipment
- General protective and hygienic measures
The usual precautionary measures should be adhered to in handling the chemicals.
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and food.
Instantly remove any soiled and impregnated garments.
Wash hands during breaks and at the end of the work.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
- Breathing equipment: Use breathing protection with high concentrations.
- Protection of hands: Impervious gloves
- Eye protection:
Safety glasses
Face protection
- Body protection: Protective work clothing.
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9 Physical and chemical properties:
- General Information
- Form: Chunks
- Colour: Pink
- Smell: Odourless
- Value/Range Unit Method
- Change in condition
- Melting point/Melting range: 1350 ° C
- Boiling point/Boiling range: 2200 ° C
- Sublimation temperature / start: Not determined
- Flash point: Not applicable
- Ignition temperature: Not determined
- Decomposition temperature: Not determined
- Danger of explosion: Product is not explosive.
- Critical values for explosion:
- Lower: Not determined
- Upper: Not determined
- Steam pressure: Not determined
- Density Not determined
- Solubility in / Miscibility with
- Water: Insoluble
Not miscible or difficult to mix
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10 Stability and reactivity
- Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
- Materials to be avoided: Acids
- Dangerous reactions: No dangerous reactions known
- Dangerous products of decomposition: Hydrogen fluoride
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11 Toxicological information
- Acute toxicity:
- Primary irritant effect:
- on the skin: Irritant for skin and mucous membranes.
- on the eye: Irritant effect.
- Sensitization: No sensitizing effect known.
- Additional toxicological information:
Danger by skin resorption.
To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known.
No classification data on carcinogenic properties of this material is available from the EPA, IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH.
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12 Ecological information:
- General notes:
Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water bodies or sewage system.
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13 Disposal considerations
- Product:
- Recommendation
Consult state, local or national regulations for proper disposal.
Hand over to disposers of hazardous waste.
Must be specially treated under adherence to official regulations.
- Uncleaned packagings:
- Recommendation:
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
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14 Transport information
- Land transport ADR/RID and GGVS/GGVE (cross-border/domestic)
- ADR/RID-GGVS/E Class: 6.1 (T5) Toxic substances.
- Kemler Number: 60
- UN-Number: 3288
- Packaging group: III
- Label 6.1
- Designation of goods: 3288 TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (erbium
fluoride)
- Maritime transport IMDG/GGVSea:
- IMDG/GGVSea Class: 6.1
- UN Number: 3288
- Label 6.1
- Packaging group: III
- Correct technical name: TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (erbium
fluoride)
- Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
- ICAO/IATA Class: 6.1
- UN/ID Number: 3288
- Label 6.1
- Packaging group: III
- Correct technical name: TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (erbium
fluoride)
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15 Regulatory information
- Designation according to EC guidelines:
- Code letter and hazard designation of product: Xn Harmful
- Risk phrases:
20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
- Safety phrases:
9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
- National regulations
- Information about limitation of use:
For use only by technically qualified individuals.
Employment restrictions concerning young persons must be observed.
- Water hazard class:
Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
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16 Other information:
Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgement of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without warranty, and any use of the product not in conformance with this Material Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or process, is the responsibility of the user.
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