Ca2 B4 H16

ceramic

· Ca2 B4 H16

Ca₂B₄H₁₆ is a calcium borohydride ceramic compound belonging to the complex hydride family, characterized by strong B–H bonding within a calcium-based matrix. This material is primarily of research interest for hydrogen storage applications and advanced ceramic development, as borohydrides offer high gravimetric hydrogen density and potential for thermal energy applications. Industrial adoption remains limited, but the material's thermal stability and mechanical properties make it relevant for next-generation energy storage systems and high-temperature ceramic composites where conventional alternatives cannot operate effectively.

hydrogen storage systemsadvanced ceramics researchthermal energy storagehigh-temperature compositesexperimental borohydride materialsclean energy applications

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	3,157	ksi	—
Shear Modulus(G)	1,781.1	ksi	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	5.106	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.3850	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.

Ca2 B4 H16

Mechanical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental