Ca10Ge16(B2O17)3

ceramic

· Ca10Ge16(B2O17)3

Ca10Ge16(B2O17)3 is an oxyboron ceramic compound combining calcium, germanium, and borate components, representing a specialized composition in the borosilicate/borate ceramic family. This is a research-stage material studied for potential applications in optics, photonics, and thermal management, where the combination of germanium (a semi-metallic element) with borate glass networks can offer unique refractive and thermal properties distinct from conventional silicate glasses. Engineers would consider this material where non-conventional ceramic matrices are needed to achieve specific optical transmission windows or thermal stability requirements not met by standard commercial ceramics.

optical components (research phase)infrared opticshigh-temperature thermal managementphotonics substratesspecialized ceramics developmentborate glass matrices

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	5.470	eV	—

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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Ca10Ge16(B2O17)3

Electrical Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental