Dy1 B6

semiconductor

· Dy1 B6

DyB₆ is a rare-earth hexaboride ceramic compound combining dysprosium with boron in a 1:6 stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the hexaboride family, which are known for high hardness, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity—properties that make them candidates for advanced applications requiring extreme conditions. DyB₆ remains primarily a research compound, studied for potential use in thermionic emission devices, high-temperature electronics, and wear-resistant coatings, though it has not achieved widespread industrial adoption compared to more established hexaborides like LaB₆.

thermionic emitters (research)high-temperature electronicswear-resistant coatingsrefractory ceramicsmaterials science researchelectron beam applications

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.01310	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.4160	eV/atom	—

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Dy1 B6

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