CaBeNb

metal
· JVASP-66991· CaBeNb

CaBeNb is an experimental intermetallic compound combining calcium, beryllium, and niobium. This material belongs to the family of lightweight refractory metals and intermetallics, currently in research rather than established production. The combination of beryllium (low density, high stiffness) with niobium (high-temperature strength, corrosion resistance) and calcium suggests potential for aerospace or high-temperature structural applications where weight reduction and thermal stability are critical, though processing, toxicity control (beryllium dust), and cost remain significant engineering challenges that currently limit industrial adoption.

Aerospace structures (research phase)High-temperature alloys (experimental)Lightweight refractory applicationsIntermetallic researchSpace vehicle components (theoretical)

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
Shear Modulus(G)
ksi
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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.
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