BeS

ceramic
· BeS

Beryllium sulfide (BeS) is an inorganic ceramic compound belonging to the II-VI semiconductor ceramic family, characterized by a zinc blende crystal structure. While BeS has been investigated primarily in research settings for optoelectronic and thermal management applications, it remains largely experimental rather than widely commercialized; the material is notable within its ceramic family for its combination of moderate stiffness and relatively low density, making it potentially attractive for specialized high-performance applications where beryllium's toxicity constraints can be managed.

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Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
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Shear Modulus(G)
Pa
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Thermal Conductivity(k)
W/(m·K)
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)2 entries
eV
eV
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr)3 entries
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median of 2 measurements
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Electronic Dielectric Tensor(ε∞)
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Total Dielectric Tensor(ε)
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Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
Piezoelectric Modulus(eij)2 entries
C/m²
C/m²
Piezoelectric Stress Tensor(eij)
Matrix (redacted)
C/m²
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)2 entries
eV/atom
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.