BeZnIr2

ceramic
· JVASP-71810· BeZnIr2

BeZnIr2 is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining beryllium, zinc, and iridium—a rare and experimental material system not yet established in mainstream industrial production. This material belongs to the family of high-density intermetallic ceramics and is primarily of research interest for applications demanding extreme hardness, thermal stability, or specialized electrical properties where the combination of a light element (Be) with noble and refractory metals (Ir) offers theoretical advantages. Engineers would consider this material only in advanced research or defense/aerospace contexts where cost is secondary to achieving performance envelopes unattainable with conventional ceramics or superalloys.

experimental research compoundshigh-temperature structural ceramicsaerospace/defense applicationswear-resistant coatingselectronic/photonic devices

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
Shear Modulus(G)
ksi
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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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.
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