AsC2

ceramic
· JVASP-120369· AsC2

AsC2 is an arsenic carbide ceramic compound belonging to the refractory ceramics family, characterized by high hardness and stiffness suitable for demanding mechanical applications. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, used in applications requiring extreme wear resistance, high-temperature stability, and chemical inertness where conventional ceramics fall short. AsC2 is notable for its potential in cutting tool inserts, armor composites, and semiconductor processing equipment, though limited commercial availability and toxicity considerations during processing make it less common than alternative carbides like WC or SiC in mainstream manufacturing.

cutting tool insertswear-resistant coatingsarmor and ballistic applicationshigh-temperature ceramicssemiconductor processing equipmentrefractory components

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
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Shear Modulus(G)
Pa
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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.