CaBe2Si2
ceramic· JVASP-155699· CaBe2Si2
CaBe₂Si₂ is a beryllium-containing silicate ceramic compound that combines calcium, beryllium, and silicon in a structured crystalline phase. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, particularly in optical, thermal management, and nuclear applications where the combination of low density with thermal stability and potential optical transparency is valued. Engineers may consider this compound for high-performance applications requiring lightweight ceramics with specific thermal or radiation properties, though availability and beryllium toxicity concerns during processing typically limit its adoption compared to conventional silicate ceramics.
optical ceramicsthermal managementnuclear applicationslightweight structural ceramicsadvanced research materialsrefractory compounds
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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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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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.