B13 C2

semiconductor

· B13 C2

B13C2 is a boron carbide ceramic compound belonging to the ultra-hard ceramics family, characterized by a boron-rich carbon composition that yields exceptional hardness and thermal stability. This material is primarily employed in abrasive applications, wear-resistant coatings, and armor systems where extreme hardness and chemical inertness are critical; it is valued as an alternative to diamond in applications where cost, thermal stability, or manufacturing feasibility favor boron carbide over conventional superabrasives.

abrasive grinding mediaceramic armor plateswear-resistant coatingscutting tool insertshigh-temperature structural ceramicsnuclear shielding components

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	3.096	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.09800	eV/atom	—

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Regulatory Screening

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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.

B13 C2

Electrical Properties

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Regulatory Screening

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