B6 O12 Pr2

ceramic

· B6 O12 Pr2

Praseodymium hexaboride (PrB₆) is an advanced ceramic compound belonging to the rare-earth hexaboride family, characterized by a cubic crystal structure and strong ionic-covalent bonding. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, valued for its high hardness, thermal stability, and electrical properties that make it attractive for high-temperature and wear-resistant applications. Compared to traditional boride ceramics, rare-earth hexaborides offer enhanced performance in extreme environments and are being explored as alternatives to tungsten-based materials in specific aerospace and defense contexts.

high-temperature ceramicselectron emission cathodeswear-resistant coatingsrefractory applicationsadvanced research materialsthermionic devices

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	20,265	ksi	—
Shear Modulus(G)	10,409.8	ksi	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	5.648	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-2.928	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.

B6 O12 Pr2

Mechanical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental