12138-07-7

Basic information

• Product Name: THORIUM SULFIDE
• Synonyms: THORIUM SULFIDE;thorium disulphide;thoriumsulfide99.5%;Thorium(IV) sulfide.;Einecs 235-242-8;Thorium sulfide (ths2)
• CAS NO: 12138-07-7
• Molecular Formula: S2Th
• Molecular Weight: 296.17
• EINECS: 235-242-8
• Mol File: 12138-07-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 1905°C
• Boiling Point: °Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: °C
• Appearance: /dark brown crystals
• Density: 7.300
• Water Solubility: insoluble H2O; soluble acids [HAW93] [COT88]
• CAS DataBase Reference: THORIUM SULFIDE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: THORIUM SULFIDE(12138-07-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: THORIUM SULFIDE(12138-07-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 12138-07-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Thorium Sulfide is a dark brown crystalline compound that exhibits solid lubricant properties. It begins to decompose at temperatures above 1500°C.

Uses

Used in Lubricant Industry:
Thorium Sulfide is used as a solid lubricant for its ability to reduce friction and wear between moving parts. Its high-temperature stability and dark brown crystalline structure make it suitable for applications in extreme environments where traditional lubricants may fail.
Used in Nuclear Industry:
Although not explicitly mentioned in the provided materials, Thorium Sulfide could potentially be used in the nuclear industry due to its thorium content. Thorium is a naturally occurring radioactive element that has been considered as an alternative to uranium in nuclear reactors. However, further research and development would be required to explore this application fully.

InChI:InChI=1/2S.Th/rS2Th/c1-3-2