IrC4
ceramic· JVASP-151565· IrC4
IrC4 is a ceramic composite material based on iridium carbide, combining a refractory metal carbide matrix with enhanced structural properties. This material is primarily investigated for ultra-high-temperature applications in aerospace and materials research, where its combination of hardness, thermal stability, and metallic density makes it attractive for extreme environments that exceed the performance envelope of conventional ceramics or superalloys.
ultra-high-temperature aerospace structuresrefractory ceramics researchhypersonic vehicle componentshigh-temperature wear surfacesadvanced materials R&D
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 30,149 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | -0.08000 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,012.6 | ksi | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2715 | lb/in³ | — |
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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) | 1.463 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.460 | 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.