Ni₆B₄O₁₂ is a nickel borate oxide ceramic compound that belongs to the borate semiconductor family, combining metallic nickel, boron, and oxygen in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than a widely commercialized engineering compound, with potential applications in electronic and photonic devices where borate ceramics offer thermal stability and controlled band gap characteristics. The nickel-borate oxide system is investigated for its semiconducting properties, making it relevant for researchers exploring alternatives to conventional metal oxides in high-temperature or specialty electronic applications.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02150 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.538 | eV/atom | — |