
Cesium Iodide
Optical Material Information*
| Chemical Formula | CsI |
| Refractive Index (1.00 microns) | 1.76 |
| Knoop Hardness (psi) | 20 |
| Modulus of Rupture (psi) | 810 |
| Useful Wavelength Range,Transmission(microns) | 0.3-70 |
| Useful Wavelength Range, ATR (microns) | 0.5-30 |
| Maximum Useful Temperature (ºC) | 200 |
| Melting Point (ºC) | 621 |
| General Properties | Easily scratched; soft; good shock resistance; mildly toxic. |
| Chemical Properties | Soluble in water and alcohol; hygroscopic. |
| Clean with... | Anhydrous solvents. |
*This was compiled from various sources. For more details, consult the Chemical Abstracts Service at www.cas.org.
Transmission Spectrum
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