Er2S3

ceramic
· JVASP-45361· Er2S3

Er2S3 is an erbium sulfide ceramic compound belonging to the rare-earth chalcogenide family, which combines erbium (a lanthanide element) with sulfur to form a stable ionic ceramic. While primarily of research interest, Er2S3 and related rare-earth sulfides are investigated for potential applications in high-temperature optics, luminescent materials, and specialized electronic devices where rare-earth-doped ceramics offer unique optical or thermal properties. This material represents an experimental composition within a family of compounds studied for niche applications requiring specific combinations of thermal stability, optical transparency in infrared wavelengths, and rare-earth functionality.

infrared optics (research)rare-earth dopants (experimental)high-temperature ceramics (development)luminescent materials (laboratory)specialty electronic substrates (prototype)

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
12,764.8
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.2800
-
Shear Modulus(G)
6,832.7
ksi
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Density(ρ)
0.2307
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
1.180
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
-158.8
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.000300
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-2.236
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.