Neodymium

Neodymium is a critical rare earth metal used primarily in the production of high-strength permanent magnets (NdFeB) and as a dopant in solid-state lasers.

Used as an alloying agent in magnesium and aluminum alloys to improve high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance for aerospace applications.

Neodymium metal targets are used in physical vapor deposition to create thin films for magneto-optical data storage and electronic components.

High purity neodymium is evaporated in vacuum processes to create thin layers for optical coatings and specialized semiconductor interfaces.