BeVCo4
metal· JVASP-64934· BeVCo4
BeVCo4 is a beryllium-vanadium-cobalt metal alloy combining beryllium's lightweight and high stiffness characteristics with vanadium and cobalt for enhanced strength and hardness. This material is typically found in specialized aerospace and high-performance applications where weight reduction and structural rigidity are critical, such as in satellite components, precision instruments, and advanced defense systems. BeVCo4 offers advantages over conventional aluminum and titanium alloys in applications requiring exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratios, though its use is limited by beryllium's toxicity in manufacturing and machining, restricted regulatory status in some regions, and higher material cost.
aerospace structural componentssatellite systemsprecision instrumentationdefense applicationshigh-stiffness lightweight structuresvibration-critical systems
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | — | - | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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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 | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Export Control
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.