Hf1 B4 H16

ceramic

· Hf1 B4 H16

HfB₄H₁₆ is an experimental hafnium boride hydride compound belonging to the ceramic family of refractory materials. This research-phase material combines hafnium and boron chemistry with hydrogen incorporation, positioning it within the broader class of ultra-high-temperature ceramics and potential hydrogen storage compounds under investigation for advanced structural and energy applications. While not yet established in mainstream industrial production, hafnium borides are studied for extreme thermal environments and emerging hydrogen economy technologies where conventional ceramics reach performance limits.

ultra-high-temperature structural applicationsaerospace thermal protection systemshydrogen storage researchrefractory coating materialsexperimental advanced ceramicsthermal management systems

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	1,392.4	ksi	—
Shear Modulus(G)	844.1	ksi	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	5.416	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.1800	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.

Hf1 B4 H16

Mechanical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental