K3P

ceramic
· K3P

K3P is a potassium phosphide ceramic compound with a low density and moderate elastic properties. While K3P itself has limited established industrial use, phosphide ceramics are of significant interest in materials research for their potential as semiconductors, functional ceramics, and high-temperature materials in specialized applications. Engineers would consider phosphide ceramics when seeking alternatives to conventional oxides for environments demanding superior thermal stability, electrical properties, or chemical resistance.

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Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
2,316.3
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.2900
-
Shear Modulus(G)
1,183.5
ksi
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Density(ρ)
0.06416
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.3040
eV
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr)
15.78
-
Electronic Dielectric Tensor(ε∞)
Matrix (redacted)
-
Total Dielectric Tensor(ε)
Matrix (redacted)
-
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
-58.79
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.000
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.3525
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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