Gadolinium oxide (Gd₂O₃) powder

Gadolinium oxide (Gd₂O₃) is a versatile Rare earth oxide with distinctive magnetic, thermal and chemical properties. Due to its stability and high purity, it is a key material in the production of magnets, ceramics and functional materials. NMD Metalpowders supplies Gd₂O₃ as a fine, homogeneous powder with a defined particle morphology and reproducible quality.

Properties and advantages

• High chemical purity up to 99.99 %
• Magnetically active with excellent temperature stability
• Very good processability in coating and sintering processes
• Corrosion-resistant and chemically inert
• Homogeneous microstructure and uniform particle distribution

Areas of application

Magnetic materials

Gadolinium oxide is used in high-performance magnetic materials, where it improves temperature stability and magnetisation. It is used as a component of magnetocaloric materials and is shown in the Power generation and the Automotive industry used.

Ceramic applications

In the Ceramic and sintering technology Gd₂O₃ is used as an additive for Technical ceramics used to improve density, mechanical strength and thermal resistance. It is used in fuel cells, high-temperature insulation and speciality ceramics.

Catalysis and chemical processes

Gadolinium oxide serves as Catalyst or carrier material in the chemical industry. It is used in the Process chemistry and environmental technology, where it impresses with its stability and reactivity.

Medical applications

Due to its paramagnetic properties, Gd₂O₃ is used in the Medical technology is being researched, particularly as a component in contrast agents and biocompatible materials for imaging procedures.

Technical properties

• Chemical formula: Gd₂O₃
• Purity: up to 99.99 %
• Density: approx. 7.4 g/cm³
• Melting point: approx. 2 420 °C
• Grain size: customised, typ. < 10 µm / < 45 µm
• Particle morphology: spherical to sub-spherical
• Delivery form: Powder, vacuum-packed, low oxidation

Sustainability & regulation

NMD Metalpowders sources gadolinium oxide exclusively via audited and responsible supply chains. This ensures consistently high product quality, traceability and compliance with European environmental and safety guidelines. All powders are processed in accordance with international standards to ensure a sustainable and reliable supply.

Conclusion

Gadolinium oxide (Gd₂O₃) is a versatile rare earth metal oxide for magnetic, ceramic and catalytic applications. With its high purity, chemical stability and uniform particle structure, it is ideal for use in Energy and magnetic materials, technical ceramics and Catalysis processes. NMD Metalpowders delivers reproducible and reliable Gd₂O₃ of the highest quality.