Ge3I
ceramic· JVASP-120261· Ge3I
Ge₃I is an inorganic ceramic compound composed of germanium and iodine, belonging to the halide ceramic family. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic and photonic applications, where its semiconductor-ceramic hybrid properties enable potential use in infrared sensing, radiation detection, and optical windows. Ge₃I and related germanium halides are of particular interest as alternatives to traditional infrared materials in specialized defense, thermal imaging, and high-energy physics applications where its unique refractive and transmission characteristics may offer advantages in niche operating environments.
infrared optics and windowsradiation detection researchthermal imaging componentssemiconductor research applicationshigh-energy physics instrumentationexperimental photonic devices
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13.36 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | -4.850 | GPa | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 5.135 | kg/m³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.3844 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.2410 | 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.