Product Description
Lithium hydroxide (LiOH) is a compound composed of lithium, hydrogen, and oxygen. It is classified as a strong base and is highly alkaline. Lithium hydroxide is commonly used in various industrial applications, particularly in the production of lithium greases for lubricating bearings in aerospace applications, such as spacecraft and aircraft. It is also used as a CO2 absorbent in closed environments, such as spacecraft, submarines, and rebreathers.
Lithium Hydroxide Properties:
1. CAS No : 1310 65 2
2. Chemical Formula : LiOH
3. Molecular Weight : 2395 g/mol
4. Melting Point : 462 degree centigrade
5. Boiling Point : 924 degree centigrade
6. Density : 146 g/cm3
7. Appearance : Hygroscopic white solid odorless
Applications of Lithium Hydroxide:
1. Applicable as a heat transfer medium as well as as a storage battery electrolyte
2. Useful in ceramics as well as some Portland cement formulations
3. Utilized to alkalize the reactor fluid in pressurized water reactors for making a corrosion control
4. Lithium Hydroxide is applicative in lithium ion batteries
5. Applicable as a general purpose lubricating grease having increased resistance to water
FAQ for Lithium Hydroxide:
1. What is Lithium Hydroxide and its chemical composition?
Ans: Lithium Hydroxide, with the chemical formula LiOH, is an inorganic compound. It exists as a white hygroscopic crystalline material and is soluble in water but less soluble in ethanol.
2. What are the applications of Lithium Hydroxide?
Ans: Lithium Hydroxide finds various applications, including its use as a heat transfer medium and storage battery electrolyte, in ceramics and certain Portland cement formulations, for alkalizing reactor fluid in pressurized water reactors, in lithium ion batteries and solar panels, and as lubricants and grease.
3. What forms of Lithium Hydroxide are commercially available?
Ans: Lithium Hydroxide is commercially available in anhydrous and monohydrate (LiOH.H2O) forms, both of which are considered strong bases.
4. What are the properties of Lithium Hydroxide?
Ans: Lithium Hydroxide has a CAS No of 1310-65-2, a molecular weight of 23.95 g/mol, a melting point of 462 degrees celsius, a boiling point of 924 degrees Celsius, a density of 1.46 g/cm3, and appears as a hygroscopic white solid with no odor.
5. What are some specific examples of Lithium Hydroxide applications?
Ans: Lithium Hydroxide is extensively used as a heat transfer medium, storage battery electrolyte, in ceramics, Portland cement formulations, reactor fluid alkalization, lithium ion batteries, solar panels, and as a component in lubricants and grease formulations like lithium stearate, known for its high resistance to water and suitability across a wide temperature range.
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