CaGe2Ir2
ceramic· JVASP-17381· CaGe2Ir2
CaGe₂Ir₂ is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining calcium, germanium, and iridium—a research-phase material that belongs to the family of high-density ceramic intermetallics. While not yet commercialized in mainstream applications, compounds in this class are investigated for high-temperature structural applications and specialized electronics where extreme hardness, thermal stability, and electrical properties are critical; the inclusion of iridium (a refractory metal) suggests potential use in aerospace, catalysis, or advanced thermal barrier contexts, though engineering adoption remains limited to laboratory and prototype-scale work.
high-temperature structural researchrefractory compoundsadvanced ceramicsaerospace materials developmentcatalytic substratesintermetallic research
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 17,575.7 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.2800 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,347.7 | ksi | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.3725 | lb/in³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -2.067 | µV/K | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6775 | 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.