ErSe

ceramic
· JVASP-14574· ErSe

Erbium selenide (ErSe) is a rare-earth ceramic compound belonging to the lanthanide chalcogenide family, typically studied as a narrow-bandgap semiconductor or optoelectronic material. While primarily a research material rather than a widely commercialized engineering ceramic, ErSe is investigated for infrared optics, photonic devices, and potentially for thermoelectric applications due to its rare-earth electronic structure. Engineers would consider this material for specialized high-performance applications requiring infrared transparency or unique electronic properties where cost and processing complexity are secondary to functional performance.

infrared optics and windowssemiconductor research devicesphotonic applicationsthermoelectric materialsrare-earth compound studieshigh-temperature ceramics

Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
Shear Modulus(G)
ksi
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
median of 2 measurements
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
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.