B2 C1 N1

semiconductor

· B2 C1 N1

B₂CN is an advanced ceramic compound combining boron, carbon, and nitrogen—a ternary system that blends properties of boron nitride and boron carbide. This material remains largely experimental and is of primary interest in materials research for ultra-hard coatings, high-temperature ceramics, and wear-resistant applications where exceptional hardness and thermal stability are required. Its potential advantages over binary alternatives (pure BN or B₄C) include tunable hardness, improved thermal conductivity, and enhanced chemical resistance, making it a candidate for next-generation protective coatings and cutting-tool materials.

hard protective coatingscutting tool insertshigh-temperature ceramicswear-resistant surfacesresearch & developmentextreme environment components

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.00710 range 0.000900–0.00790median of 3 measurements	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.4320 range -0.4510–-0.4250median of 3 measurements	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.

B2 C1 N1

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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