EuF2
ceramic· JVASP-88019· EuF2
Europium difluoride (EuF₂) is an ionic ceramic compound belonging to the rare-earth fluoride family, characterized by a simple rock-salt crystal structure. While primarily a research and specialty material, EuF₂ is explored for applications requiring rare-earth optical properties, neutron absorption capabilities, and high thermal stability, with potential use in nuclear reactor control systems, radiation shielding, and specialized optical coatings where europium's luminescent and neutron-capture characteristics are advantageous.
nuclear reactor control materialsradiation shielding compoundsoptical phosphors and coatingsrare-earth research materialshigh-temperature ceramic applicationsneutron absorber materials
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 100.8 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 19.28 | GPa | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 7.062 | kg/m³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.126 range 0.000–8.252median of 2 measurements | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.3498 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.531 | 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.