BBO3
ceramic· BBO3
BBO (β-barium borate, BaB₂O₄) is a nonlinear optical ceramic compound valued for its transparency across the ultraviolet to infrared spectrum and strong nonlinear optical properties. It is primarily used in frequency conversion applications—particularly harmonic generation and parametric down-conversion—in high-power laser systems where alternative nonlinear crystals cannot operate due to phase-matching requirements or thermal constraints. Engineers select BBO for demanding photonics applications where its wide transparency window, high damage threshold, and ability to achieve critical phase-matching angles outweigh its relative brittleness and cost compared to more conventional optical materials.
frequency conversion opticsultraviolet laser generationharmonic generation systemsparametric optical amplificationhigh-power laser frequency shiftingnonlinear optical research
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | μB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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.