CaPN

ceramic
· JVASP-117985· CaPN

Calcium phosphide nitride (CaPN) is an advanced ceramic compound combining calcium, phosphorus, and nitrogen phases, representing an emerging material in the family of nitride and phosphide ceramics. While primarily in the research and development stage, CaPN is investigated for applications requiring lightweight ceramic properties and thermal stability, particularly in environments where traditional oxides may be limiting. Its low density relative to conventional ceramics makes it potentially valuable for high-temperature structural applications, though industrial adoption remains limited pending further process optimization and property validation.

high-temperature structural ceramicsresearch phase materialslightweight refractory componentsadvanced composites reinforcementspecialized aerospace applicationsthermal management systems

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Shear Modulus(G)
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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

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