Li4BePd

ceramic
· JVASP-65230· Li4BePd

Li4BePd is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining lithium, beryllium, and palladium—a research-phase material that belongs to the family of lightweight metal ceramics with potential for advanced structural and functional applications. This compound remains primarily in scientific investigation rather than established industrial production, with interest driven by its low density and the possibility of unique electronic or mechanical properties arising from the palladium metallic component combined with ceramic ionic bonding. The material's development context suggests potential applications in energy storage systems, aerospace weight reduction, or specialized catalytic environments where the combination of light elements and transition metals offers advantages over conventional ceramics or alloys.

Advanced ceramics (research)Lightweight structural compositesEnergy storage systemsAerospace applications (exploratory)Catalytic materials (potential)High-temperature lightweight alloys (emerging)

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
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Bulk Modulus(K)
6,531
ksi—
Shear Modulus(G)
-301.7
ksi—
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Density(ρ)
0.1139
lb/in³—
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV—
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB—
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.3233
eV/atom—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.08007
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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