Samarium(III) acetate hydrate (Sm(OOCCH3)3•xH2O)-Crystalline

Characteristic

 

Samarium Acetate Hydrate is a moderately water soluble crystalline Samarium source that decomposes to Samarium oxide on heating. It is generally immediately available in most volumes. 




Chemical formula：Sm(OOCCH3)3•xH2O

Molar mass：327.49 g/mol

Appearance：White to off-white powder

Density：1.94

Boiling Point：300℃

Flash Point：300℃

Solubility：117.1°C at 760 mmHg

Solubility：Soluble in water

Odor：Odorless

 


Application

 

Samarium Acetate has specialized uses in glass, phosphors, lasers, and thermoelectric devices. Another important application of Samarium and its compounds is as catalyst and chemical reagent. One of the most important applications of Samarium is in Samarium-Cobalt magnets. . These magnets are found in small motors, headphones, and high-end magnetic pickups for guitars and related musical instruments.