CaSiN
ceramic· JVASP-115804· CaSiN
Calcium silicon nitride (CaSiN) is an advanced ceramic compound combining calcium, silicon, and nitrogen phases, representing an emerging material in the nitride ceramic family. While primarily in research and development stages, CaSiN shows promise for high-temperature applications and specialized refractory uses where low density and moderate mechanical properties can be leveraged. Its potential lies in lightweight structural ceramics and composite reinforcement, though engineering adoption remains limited pending demonstration of scalable synthesis and proven performance advantages over established alternatives like silicon nitride or sialons.
High-temperature refractoriesLightweight ceramic compositesResearch and development materialsSpecialized thermal barriersNitride ceramic systems
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13.01 | GPa | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.5000 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6.430 | GPa | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 1.318 | kg/m³ | — |
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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) | 1.441 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.3472 | 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.