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A DTA study of zone-refined LiRF4 (R=Y, Er)

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The melting behaviour of zone-refined bars of LiYF4 and LiErF4 has been investigated by means of differential thermal analysis (DTA). Both compounds can be produced congruently under an atmosphere of carefully purified argon. Consideration of the constitutional variations occurring along the length of the bars has established that the congruent melting composition is non-stoichiometric, and a detailed analysis of the profiles of the thermal events indicates that both compounds possess a homogeneity range and are not line compounds as previously reported. The influence of purity on the melting behaviour is assessed and the implication of the results on the crystal growth of laser materials based on these compounds is discussed.

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  1. Department of Physical Metallurgy and Science of Materials, University of Birmingham, UK

    J. S. Abell & I. R. Harris

  2. Royal Radar Establishment, Malvern, Worcs, UK

    B. Cockayne & J. G. Plant

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Abell, J.S., Harris, I.R., Cockayne, B. et al. A DTA study of zone-refined LiRF4 (R=Y, Er). J Mater Sci 11, 1807–1816 (1976). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00708258

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