Characteristic

 

Thullium(III) fluoride is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula TmF₃

Compound Formula:TmF₃

Molecular Weight:225.93

Appearance:White

Melting Point:1158 °C (2116 °F)

Boiling Point:2200 °C (3992 °F)

 

Application

 

Thulium(III) fluoride, anhydrous is used for glass doping and to enhance mid-IR emission in oxyfluoride glass ceramics. It is also used to improve ultraviolet and visible upconversion fluorescence in fluorinated glasses.