LiBeNi

metal
· JVASP-68524· LiBeNi

LiBeNi is a ternary intermetallic compound combining lithium, beryllium, and nickel—a research-grade material studied for its combination of low density (due to lithium content) and stiffness (from beryllium and nickel contributions). This material falls within the family of lightweight structural intermetallics and is primarily of academic and exploratory interest rather than established industrial production. Engineers would consider LiBeNi in specialized applications demanding high specific stiffness and minimal weight, though challenges with beryllium toxicity, manufacturing complexity, and cost typically limit adoption to aerospace research programs, advanced composite reinforcement studies, or next-generation structural applications where conventional aluminum or titanium alloys prove insufficient.

aerospace structural researchlightweight compositeshigh specific stiffness applicationsexperimental alloysspace vehicle componentsadvanced defense systems

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
12,302.1
ksi—
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.3200
-—
Shear Modulus(G)
7,134.4
ksi—
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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Density(ρ)
0.1408
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)
0.3023
eV/atom—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.00964
eV/atom—
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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.