AlF

metal
· JVASP-136780· AlF

AlF is an intermetallic compound composed of aluminum and fluorine, representing a relatively uncommon material in conventional engineering practice. This compound is primarily of research and academic interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in specialized contexts where aluminum's lightweight properties and fluorine's chemical reactivity could provide unique performance advantages. The material's development pathway and practical viability remain largely experimental, though intermetallic compounds in this family are investigated for applications requiring exceptional hardness, thermal stability, or chemical resistance.

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Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
20,145.7
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.3600
-
Shear Modulus(G)
2,982
ksi
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Density(ρ)
0.1072
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.3217
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-2.182
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.
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