B2 Nb2
semiconductor· B2 Nb2
Nb2B (niobium diboride) is a ceramic compound belonging to the transition metal diboride family, characterized by a hexagonal crystal structure and high hardness. This material is primarily of research and emerging industrial interest for applications requiring exceptional wear resistance, high-temperature stability, and chemical inertness, positioning it as an alternative to traditional tungsten carbide and boron carbide in specialized cutting and abrasive applications. Nb2B remains largely in the development phase for commercial use, with potential advantages in aerospace and extreme-environment scenarios where its refractory properties and thermal shock resistance offer benefits over conventional hard ceramics.
cutting tool insertswear-resistant coatingshigh-temperature structural applicationsabrasive materials researchrefractory componentsaerospace materials development
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
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