MgBeSi2 — Properties & Data | MatWorld

MgBeSi2

ceramic

· JVASP-68205· MgBeSi2

MgBeSi₂ is an experimental intermetallic ceramic compound combining magnesium, beryllium, and silicon. This material belongs to the family of lightweight refractory ceramics and is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in high-temperature structural applications where weight reduction and thermal stability are critical. The beryllium-containing composition offers potential for enhanced stiffness and thermal conductivity compared to conventional silicate ceramics, though synthesis, processing, and toxicity considerations of beryllium limit practical adoption.

aerospace structures (research)high-temperature compositeslightweight refractory applicationsthermal management systems (experimental)intermetallic matrix composites

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.09082	lb/in³	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.000	eV	DFT · OptB88vdW
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.000	µB	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.5184	eV/atom	DFT · OptB88vdW
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	0.4366	eV/atom	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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MgBeSi2

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental