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Lithium Fluoride<\/a><\/span> (LiF) powder is an inorganic compound composed of lithium and fluoride ions. It is a white, crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water and exhibits a number of interesting properties, making it useful in various industrial and scientific applications.<\/p>\n

VIMATERIAL offers high-quality lithium fluoride, available in industrial and battery grades. Contact us<\/a><\/span> for more information.<\/p>\n

Physical Properties:<\/span><\/h2>\n

Formula: LiF<\/p>\n

Molecular Weight: 25.93 g\/mol<\/p>\n

Appearance\uff1aWhite<\/p>\n

Density\uff1a2.64 g\/cm3<\/sup><\/p>\n

Melting point\uff1a845 \u00b0C<\/p>\n

Boiling point\uff1a1,681 \u00b0C<\/p>\n

Solubility in water:\u00a00.3 g\/100ml (20\u00b0C)<\/p>\n

Solubility\uff1asoluble in HF; insoluble in alcohol<\/p>\n

Refractive index (nD)\uff1a1.3915<\/p>\n

Crystal structure\uff1aFace-centered cubic<\/p>\n

Chemical Properties:<\/span><\/h2>\n

Ionic Bonding: Lithium fluoride is composed of lithium cations (Li\u207a) and fluoride anions (F\u207b), which form an ionic bond. This gives the compound a high melting point and stability.<\/p>\n

Reactivity: LiF is chemically stable under most conditions. It is not reactive with water but may react with strong acids like hydrofluoric acid (HF) to release fluoride ions.<\/p>\n

Electrical Insulator: LiF is an electrical insulator, making it useful in certain insulating applications in electronics.<\/p>\n

Applications:<\/span><\/h2>\n

Optical Coatings: Due to its UV transparency, lithium fluoride is used in the production of optical coatings, especially for UV lenses, windows, and other components.<\/p>\n

Fluoride Glasses: LiF is used in the preparation of fluoride glasses, which are important in applications requiring transparency in the infrared and ultraviolet regions.<\/p>\n

Nuclear Technology: LiF is utilized in nuclear reactors and fusion research as part of the molten salt reactor technology due to its high melting point and chemical stability.<\/p>\n

Battery Technology: Lithium fluoride is explored in some advanced battery technologies, especially in solid-state lithium-ion batteries and lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries, for its ionic conductivity.<\/p>\n

Semiconductors: LiF is used in some thin-film semiconductor applications and as a part of the dielectric materials in electronic devices.<\/p>\n

Pharmaceuticals: It is sometimes used in the synthesis of certain pharmaceutical compounds.<\/p>\n

Sputtering Targets: LiF is used as a sputtering target material for depositing thin films of lithium fluoride in various applications, including optical coatings and as part of solid-state electrolyte systems.<\/p>\n

Packaging and Storage<\/strong><\/p>\n

Lithium fluoride is packed in moisture-tight, chemically resistant containers or lined fiber drums to prevent contamination and moisture uptake during transportation and storage.<\/p>\n

Store in the original, tightly closed packaging in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Protect from humidity, water, and incompatible substances to maintain product quality and stability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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