IrC3

ceramic
· JVASP-153800· IrC3

IrC3 is a ceramic compound belonging to the iridium carbide family, combining iridium metal with carbon in a three-to-one stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than a mainstream industrial ceramic, positioned within the ultra-high-performance ceramics class alongside other transition metal carbides. IrC3 is investigated for extreme environment applications requiring exceptional hardness, thermal stability, and chemical resistance, with potential use in cutting tools, wear-resistant coatings, and high-temperature structural components in aerospace and defense contexts.

high-temperature ceramicswear-resistant coatingscutting tool insertsextreme environment applicationsresearch/development materials

Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
27,696.4
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.1900
-
Shear Modulus(G)
21,548.3
ksi
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Density(ρ)
0.3501
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)
0.7080
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.7056
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.
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