Learn More
Strontium oxide, tech., Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
In the manufacture of strontium salts, pyrotechnics, pigments, in greases and soaps and as a desiccant.Strontium oxide was used to make television picture tube glass. It finds application in glass, optic and ceramic industries. It is an active component of paint dryers. It is also used to prepare pure strontium upon heating with aluminum under vacuum.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
- In the manufacture of strontium salts, pyrotechnics, and pigments, in greases and soaps, and as a desiccant
Specifications
Specifications
| Boiling Point | ∼3000°C |
| Melting Point | 2430°C |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Quantity | 1 kg |
| UN Number | UN3262 |
| Merck Index | 14,8846 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in fused potassium hydroxide; Insoluble in ether and acetone; Decomposes in water to Sr(OH)2 with evolution of heat;Slightly soluble in alcohol; Insoluble in acetone and ether. |
| Formula Weight | 103.62 |
| Grade | Technical |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Show More |
RUO – Research Use Only
Your input is important to us. Please complete this form to provide feedback related to the content on this product.