Li2C

ceramic
· JVASP-139316· Li2C

Li2C is a ceramic compound composed of lithium and carbon, representing a lightweight intermetallic ceramic material. While not widely commercialized, this compound belongs to the family of lithium-based ceramics being explored for advanced energy storage, structural, and thermal management applications where low density combined with ceramic rigidity offers potential advantages. Li2C remains primarily a research material, with interest driven by its unusually low density and potential as a component in composite systems or high-energy-density applications.

lightweight composite reinforcementexperimental energy storagethermal management researchaerospace structural components (research phase)lithium-based ceramic compounds

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
Shear Modulus(G)
Pa
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
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.