CaF

ceramic

· JVASP-138436· CaF

Calcium fluoride (CaF₂) is an ionic ceramic compound characterized by a fluorite crystal structure, commonly known as the mineral fluorite. It is valued in optical, thermal, and chemical applications where its transparency to infrared radiation, chemical inertness, and low thermal expansion are critical performance factors. CaF₂ is widely used in lens and window optics for infrared systems, as a flux material in metallurgical processes, and in specialized chemical environments where corrosion resistance to fluorine-bearing compounds is required.

Infrared optics and windowsMetallurgical flux materialHigh-temperature furnace liningsLaser optics and UV applicationsChemical processing environments

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.07121	lb/in³	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.000	eV	—
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.000	µB	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.3410	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-2.792	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.

CaF

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental