BiBO
ceramic· JVASP-115467· BiBO
BiBO (Bismuth Borate, Bi₃B₅O₁₂) is a nonlinear optical ceramic compound valued for its frequency conversion and harmonic generation capabilities across ultraviolet and visible wavelengths. It is widely employed in laser systems, particularly for wavelength tuning and optical parametric oscillation applications where efficient nonlinear optical response is critical. BiBO is preferred over traditional alternatives like KDP (potassium dihydrogen phosphate) and DKDP in research and industrial settings due to its broader transparency range, higher nonlinear coefficients, and superior optical quality, making it essential for high-power laser systems and scientific instrumentation.
laser frequency conversionnonlinear opticsoptical parametric oscillatorsultraviolet generationscientific instrumentationhigh-power laser systems
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 31.30 | GPa | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.3400 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6.640 | GPa | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 3.769 range 1.960–5.578median of 2 measurements | kg/m³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.5005 range 0.000–1.001median of 2 measurements | µB | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 1.928 range 0.7218–3.135median of 2 measurements | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.4970 range -0.7095–1.704median of 2 measurements | 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.