Ca3Al2Si3O12
ceramic· JVASP-59313· Ca3Al2Si3O12
Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂ is a calcium aluminosilicate ceramic belonging to the garnet family, characterized by a cubic crystal structure with Al and Si distributed across octahedral and tetrahedral coordination sites. This compound is found naturally as grossular garnet and is widely used in abrasive applications, refractory materials, and specialty cement formulations where thermal stability and hardness are critical; it is valued for its ability to maintain structural integrity at elevated temperatures and its resistance to mechanical wear compared to softer ceramics.
refractory liningsabrasive grinding mediahigh-temperature structural componentscement and concrete admixtureswear-resistant coatingsindustrial ceramics
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — | |
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | — | µV/K | — | — |
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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.