Be2CoCu
metal· JVASP-70205· Be2CoCu
Be2CoCu is a ternary intermetallic compound combining beryllium, cobalt, and copper—a materials research composition rather than an established commercial alloy. This compound belongs to the family of lightweight metallic intermetallics, where beryllium's low density is leveraged alongside cobalt and copper's contributions to strength and workability. Be2CoCu remains primarily in the research domain; its development is driven by aerospace and defense sectors seeking ultra-lightweight structural materials, though processing challenges, beryllium toxicity hazards, and the cost of beryllium production limit practical adoption compared to conventional titanium or aluminum alloys.
aerospace structural researchlightweight alloy developmenthigh-specific-strength applicationsdefense/military materialsintermetallic phase explorationexperimental materials testing
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
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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.