Ca4 Mg4 Si4 O16

ceramic

· Ca4 Mg4 Si4 O16

Ca₄Mg₄Si₄O₁₆ is a calcium magnesium silicate ceramic compound belonging to the silicate family, characterized by a balanced composition of alkaline earth metals and silica tetrahedra. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, used in applications requiring thermal stability, low thermal conductivity, and chemical inertness, such as refractory linings, insulation systems, and biocompatible ceramic matrices. Its notable advantage over single-phase silicates is the potential for tailored mechanical and thermal properties through the synergistic effects of calcium and magnesium cations, making it attractive for high-temperature applications and biomedical scaffolds where conventional ceramics may be inadequate.

refractory materialsthermal insulationhigh-temperature applicationsbiomedical implantsceramic matrix compositesbone scaffolds

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	5.145	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-3.146	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.

Ca4 Mg4 Si4 O16

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental