Ba4 Be4 F16

ceramic

· Ba4 Be4 F16

Ba₄Be₄F₁₆ is an inorganic ceramic compound belonging to the fluoride ceramic family, combining barium, beryllium, and fluorine in a structured lattice. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, being investigated for specialized applications requiring low density, high rigidity, and chemical stability. The beryllium fluoride system is notable for its transparency in the infrared spectrum and potential for use in demanding optical, thermal, or radiation-shielding applications where conventional ceramics fall short.

infrared optics and windowsradiation shielding researchhigh-temperature ceramics developmentspecialty refractory applicationsadvanced composite fillers

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	8,707.1	ksi	—
Shear Modulus(G)	3,338.8	ksi	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	8.015	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-3.856	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.

Ba4 Be4 F16

Mechanical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental