Description
NaGdF₄: Er/Tm Upconversion Nanomaterials
Material Information:
Chemical Composition: NaGdF₄: 10% Er/2% Tm
Crystal Structure: Hexagonal phase
Morphology: Spherical
Average Particle Size: ~25 nm
Optical Properties:
Emission Characteristics: Red Emission
Excitation at 980 nm: Emission Peak: 656 nm
Excitation at 808 nm: Emission Peak: 656 nm
Excitation at 1530 nm: Emission Peak: 656 nm
Surface & Dispersibility:
Solubility Options:
Water-Soluble
Oil-Soluble
Surface Functionalization (Optional):
Oleic Acid (-COOH) Functionalization
Carboxyl (-COOH) Functionalization
Amino (-NH₂) Functionalization
Silica (SiO₂) Coating
Appearance:
Solid Form: White powder
Solvent Options:
Water-Soluble: Water or ethanol
Oil-Soluble: n-Hexane, Cyclohexane, or Toluene
Key Features & Advantages:
Highly Efficient Red Upconversion Emission: Strong 656 nm red fluorescence under 980 nm, 808 nm, and 1530 nm excitation.
Optimized Particle Size (~25 nm): Enables high dispersion, efficient surface modification, and biocompatibility.
Photostable & Low Phonon Energy Host Matrix: NaGdF₄ provides excellent photostability, minimizing fluorescence quenching.
Customizable Surface Chemistry: Functionalization with COOH, NH₂, SiO₂, or oleic acid for tailored applications.
Excellent Dispersibility: Stable in both aqueous and organic solvents, enabling diverse applications.
Applications:
Bioimaging & Biomedical Applications:
Ideal for deep-tissue infrared fluorescence imaging, cancer diagnostics, and targeted drug delivery.
Upconversion Luminescent Probes:
Suitable for biolabeling, near-infrared sensing, and photothermal therapy.
Optoelectronic & Photonic Devices:
Used in optical sensors, upconversion lasers, and infrared-responsive photodetectors.
Security Marking & Anti-Counterfeiting:
Unique infrared-to-red upconversion luminescence for secure authentication.
Energy Applications:
Potential for solar concentrators and photocatalysis.
Additional information
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