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Niobium(V) Ethoxide

Chemical Formula: Nb(OCH2CH3 )5
CAS: 3236-82-6

Niobium(V) ethoxide (also known as Nb(OCH2CH3)5) is an important organometallic compound, typically a yellow to orange-brown liquid that is sensitive to air and moisture. It is often used as a precursor for high-purity niobium oxide thin films. Its excellent reactivity and volatility make it an indispensable component in CVD and ALD, catalyst preparation, and advanced materials synthesis.
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Niobium(V) Ethoxide Basic Properties

  • Molecular Formula: C10H25NbO5

  • Appearance: Yellow to orange-brown liquid

  • Molecular Weight: 318.21

  • Melting Point: 6 °C(lit.)

  • Boiling Point: 140-142 °C0.1 mm Hg(lit.)

  • Density: 1.268 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

  • Refractive Index: n20/D 1.516(lit.)

  • Storage Conditions: Flammables area

  • Solubility: Reacts with H2O; soluble in petroleum ether

Niobium(V) Ethoxide Key Features

Excellent thin film optical properties

Niobium pentoxide thin films produced from niobium(V) ethoxide exhibit high refractive index, low optical loss, and excellent transparency, making them a preferred material for the fabrication of optical components such as high-performance antireflection coatings, high-reflection mirrors, and interference filters.

Excellent thermal stability

This compound exhibits controlled decomposition upon heating, enabling the formation of precisely defined niobium oxide layers during CVD and ALD processes, enhancing process stability.

Excellent solubility

Nb(OCH2CH3)5 miscible with a variety of organic solvents, making it suitable for preparing metal-organic precursor mixed solutions for the synthesis of multicomponent oxide materials.

Wide applications

This compound possesses excellent film-forming properties and chemical reactivity, making it widely used in transparent conductive films, catalytic materials, ceramic coatings, and other fields.

Niobium(V) Ethoxide Main Applications

Catalyst synthesis

Niobium(V) ethoxide can be used to prepare niobium-based catalysts, niobium-doped titanium oxides, niobates, and other catalysts, improving catalytic reaction rates and stability.

Surface coating

Using the hydrolysis reaction of niobium(V) ethoxide, a dense niobium oxide protective layer can be constructed on metal (such as steel, aluminum) or polymer surfaces. This thin film effectively improves the corrosion and wear resistance of the substrate and the adhesion of subsequent coatings.

Advanced ceramics and dielectric materials

The resulting niobium pentoxide is an important dielectric material used to form boundary layers in multilayer ceramic capacitors and as a component of piezoelectric ceramics such as lead magnesium niobate.

Semiconductor thin film deposition

Nb(OCH2CH3)5 is an ideal precursor for preparing niobium oxide thin films, which are used in capacitor dielectric layers, DRAM memory chips, and photoelectric sensors.

Precautions

  1. Niobium(V) ethoxide is easily hydrolyzed and needs to be stored in a sealed, dry, argon-filled container to avoid contact with moisture in the air.

  2. It will quickly decompose into ethanol and niobium oxide when in contact with water, while releasing heat. It should be kept away from humid environments and strong oxidants.

  3. The operation should be carried out in an inert atmosphere (such as nitrogen or argon), and protective gloves and goggles should be worn to avoid direct skin contact.

  4. If leakage occurs, cover it immediately with an inert adsorbent (such as dry sand) to avoid spontaneous combustion after mixing with organic solvents.

  5. In case of contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical help.

FAQ

1. How can I ensure that niobium(V) ethoxide does not deteriorate during transportation?

It is typically packaged in vacuum-sealed bottles or filled with inert gas and shipped at low temperatures to prevent hydrolysis or oxidation.


2. Why did the niobium(V) ethoxide I received appear solid, even though the data indicates it's a liquid?

Pure niobium ethoxide has a melting point of approximately 6°C and should be liquid at room temperature. If it appears solid, it may be due to partial hydrolysis or polymerization, or the ambient temperature may be below its melting point.


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