Product Overview

Beryllium oxide (beryllia) is an inorganic compound with the molecular formula BeO and molecular weight of 25.01 g/mol. This white crystalline powder is a specialized ceramic material with exceptional thermal conductivity and electrical insulation properties. The compound is used in nuclear reactors, electronic devices, and advanced ceramics.

Synthetic Process

• Carbonate Method: Beryllium carbonate is converted to basic beryllium acetate, then to beryllium nitrate, which is heated to decompose into beryllium oxide

• Hydroxide Method: Beryllium metal is dissolved in sodium hydroxide, precipitated as beryllium hydroxide, and calcined to beryllium oxide

• Purification: The crude product is purified by high-temperature treatment

• Quality Control: The final product is analyzed to ensure ≥99.0% purity

Mechanism of Action

• High Thermal Conductivity: Exhibits excellent heat transfer properties combined with electrical insulation

• Neutron Moderation: High neutron scattering cross-section makes it valuable in nuclear applications

• Refractory Properties: High melting point (2575°C) and thermal stability

Research Applications & Market Significance

• Nuclear Industry: Used as neutron moderator and reflector material in nuclear reactors

• Electronics: Used as insulating heat sink in electronic devices

• Ceramics: Used in advanced ceramics and refractory materials

• Optical Applications: Used in infrared window materials

Quality Specifications

• Purity: ≥99.0%

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Melting point: 2575°C

• Boiling point: 4300°C

• Density: 3.01 g/cm³

• Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in acids and alkalis

• Storage: Sealed, dry environment

• Stable for 36 months when properly stored

Packaging & Shipping

• Research quantities: 5g, 25g amber glass vials

• Bulk quantities: 100g amber glass bottles

• Shipped at ambient temperature with proper hazard documentation