Gadolinium Rod/Wire | Gd Rod/Wire

Gadolinium (Gd) Rod/Wire is recognized for its remarkable magnetic properties, high thermal stability, and resistance to corrosion, making it ideal for a variety of advanced applications. It is widely used in magnetic refrigeration, medical imaging (such as MRI contrast agents), and research. Heeger Materials is a trusted supplier and manufacturer of high-quality Gadolinium (Gd) Rod/Wire, offering competitive prices and customized solutions to meet specific customer requirements.

• Atomic Number: 64
• Standard Atomic Weight: 157.249
• Physical State: Solid
• Density (near room temperature): 7.90 g·cm−3
• Density (liquid at melting point): 7.4 g·cm−3
• Melting Point: 1585 K, 1312 °C, 2394 °F
• Boiling Point: 3273 K, 3000 °C, 5432 °F
• Heat of Fusion: 10.05 kJ·mol−1
• Heat of Vaporization: 301.3 kJ·mol−1
• Specific Heat Capacity: 37.03 J·mol−1·K−1
• Electronegativity: 1.20 (Pauling scale)
• Ionization Energies: First: 593.4 kJ·mol−1, Second: 1170 kJ·mol−1, Third: 1990 kJ·mol−1
• Atomic Radius: 180 pm
• Covalent Radius: 196±6 pm
• Crystal Structure: Hexagonal close-packed
• Young's Modulus (α form): 54.8 GPa
• Shear Modulus (α form): 21.8 GPa
• Bulk Modulus (α form): 37.9 GPa
• Poisson's Ratio (α form): 0.259
• Vickers Hardness: 510–950 MPa
• CAS Number: 7440-54-2

Gadolinium (Ga) Rod/Wire Specifications

Gadolinium (Gd) Rod/Wire Applications

• Magnetic Refrigeration: Used in magnetic refrigeration systems. Offers energy-efficient cooling based on the magnetocaloric effect.
• Medical Imaging: Used as a contrast agent in MRI scans. Has strong paramagnetic properties that enhance image quality.
• Nuclear Reactors: Used as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors. Helps control the rate of nuclear fission reactions.
• Research & Development: Important in scientific research. Especially in magnetism, superconductivity, and quantum computing.
• Electronics: Used in making electronic components like capacitors and resistors. Has unique electronic and magnetic properties.
• Sensor Technologies: Used in magnetic sensors. Detects changes in magnetic fields for various industrial and scientific uses.
• Catalysis: Used in some catalytic processes. Enhances chemical reactions in industrial applications.
• Energy Storage: Used in developing advanced energy storage technologies. Important for high-performance batteries and supercapacitors.

Gadolinium (Gd) Rod/Wire Storage and Packing

Gadolinium (Gd) Rod/Wire will be tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care will be taken to avoid any damage caused during storage or transportation. They will be packed in a carton or wooden case supported with soft materials to ensure the products will not shift inside the cases.

Where to Buy Gadolinium (Gd) Rod/Wire in Bulk?

Heeger Materials Inc., a professional supplier, and manufacturer of high-quality Gadolinium products including Gadolinium (Gd) Rod/Wire leverages extensive expertise in supply and export to offer competitive prices. We provide customized solutions to meet specific requirements, ensuring exceptional quality and customer satisfaction.

Heeger Materials Inc. was established in 2016 in Colorado, USA. We are a specialized supplier of premium-grade metals, alloys, ceramics, powders, and other materials catering to research, development, and large-scale industrial production in scientific and industrial sectors.