KCaAl2F9 is an inorganic fluoride compound belonging to the metal fluoride family, specifically a complex aluminum fluoride with potassium and calcium constituents. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, used in contexts requiring fluoride chemistry such as aluminum metallurgy (as a flux or additive), optical applications, or advanced ceramic systems where fluoride compounds provide unique thermal and chemical properties. The compound's value lies in its potential to offer superior performance in high-temperature or corrosive environments compared to conventional alternatives, though it remains less common than widely-adopted commercial fluorides.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1088 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 7.637 | eV | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -83.79 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.772 | eV/atom | — |