Ho8Si

ceramic
· JVASP-130798· Ho8Si

Ho8Si is an intermetallic ceramic compound in the holmium–silicon system, representing a rare-earth metal silicide with potential applications in high-temperature structural and functional materials. This material belongs to the family of rare-earth silicides, which are of significant interest in materials research for their refractory properties and potential in extreme-environment applications; however, Ho8Si remains largely in the research domain rather than established in volume production. Engineers considering this compound should recognize it as an exploratory material for specialized applications requiring rare-earth phase stability or unique thermal/electronic properties rather than a conventional engineering ceramic.

high-temperature ceramics researchrare-earth intermetallicsrefractory compoundsfunctional ceramic developmentmaterials characterization studies

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
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Density(ρ)
0.3112
lb/in³—
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV—
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB—
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.1329
eV/atom—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.07274
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.