Lutetium Metal (Lu Metal)

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Lutetium Metal (Lu Metal)

Categories Lutetium, Rare earth

Additional information

Item Number	ME71
Product Name	Lutetium (Lu) Metal
CAS Number	7439-94-3
M. F.	Lu
Purity	99%; 99.9%; 99.99% (REM)
Appearance	Silvery lump pieces, ingots, rod, foil, wire, etc.

Description:

Lutetium Metal is a rare earth element known for its high density, hardness, and stability. As the heaviest and one of the rarest lanthanides, lutetium exhibits excellent corrosion resistance and unique electronic and catalytic properties, making it valuable in high-tech, medical, and industrial applications.

Key Features：

Atomic Number: 71
Density: 9.84 g/cm³ (one of the densest rare earth metals)
Melting Point: 1,663°C (3,025°F)
High Hardness: More durable compared to most other rare earth metals
Corrosion Resistance: Stable in dry air but reacts with water and acids

Applications:

Scintillation Detectors & Medical Imaging

Lutetium is used in lutetium oxyorthosilicate (LSO) and lutetium aluminum garnet (LuAG) scintillators, essential for PET (Positron Emission Tomography) scanners.
Provides high-resolution medical imaging for cancer detection and diagnosis.

Catalysts in Petrochemical Industry

Used as a cracking catalyst in oil refining to break down heavy hydrocarbons into lighter fuels.
Improves efficiency in the petrochemical industry.

High-Performance Alloys & Electronics

Lutetium is incorporated into advanced metal alloys for specialized applications.
Used in semiconductors, thin film deposition, and electronic components.

Nuclear Science & Research

Lutetium isotopes, such as Lu-176, are used in nuclear reactors and radiation shielding.
Lutetium-177 is gaining prominence in targeted cancer therapy (radiopharmaceuticals).

Optical & Laser Materials

Lutetium-based compounds, such as lutetium aluminum garnet (LuAG), are used in lasers and optical devices for industrial and medical applications.

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