K2BeCo
metal· JVASP-68054· K2BeCo
K2BeCo is a ternary intermetallic compound containing potassium, beryllium, and cobalt. This is a research-phase material rather than a production alloy; it belongs to the family of lightweight intermetallics being explored for structural and functional applications where beryllium's low density and high stiffness could offer advantages. The material's potential lies in aerospace and defense contexts where weight reduction is critical, though its development status, manufacturing challenges, and beryllium toxicity concerns during processing require careful evaluation before industrial adoption.
aerospace structures (research phase)lightweight intermetallicshigh-strength-to-weight applicationsberyllium-based composites (advanced research)defense systems (experimental)thermal management (potential)
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — median of 2 measurements | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
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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.