BeF
ceramic· JVASP-138720· BeF
Beryllium fluoride (BeF₂) is an inorganic ceramic compound combining beryllium with fluorine, typically produced as a crystalline solid or glass. It is primarily investigated in nuclear fuel applications, optical systems, and specialized high-temperature environments where its thermal stability and neutron transparency are advantageous. BeF₂ is less common in mainstream engineering than oxides or nitrides due to beryllium's toxicity during processing and the material's limited availability, but it remains relevant in research contexts where its unique combination of properties—including low neutron absorption and chemical inertness—justifies its use despite handling constraints.
nuclear fuel matricesoptical/IR windowshigh-temperature thermal applicationsfluoride glass researchneutron-transparent componentsspecialty laboratory apparatus
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | 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.