Er1 B6

semiconductor

· Er1 B6

Er₁B₆ is a rare-earth hexaboride ceramic compound combining erbium with boron in a 1:6 stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the rare-earth boride family, which exhibits exceptional hardness, high melting points, and unique electronic properties, making it of significant interest for specialized high-temperature and wear-resistant applications. Er₁B₆ is primarily investigated in research contexts for potential use in extreme environment applications where conventional materials fail, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to more established rare-earth borides like LaB₆.

thermionic electron emittershigh-temperature refractory applicationswear-resistant coatingsresearch semiconductorsextreme environment materialscathode materials

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.01530	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.3800	eV/atom	—

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Er1 B6

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