Ni8B6 is an intermetallic compound in the nickel-boron system, representing a specific stoichiometric phase that combines nickel's ductility and corrosion resistance with boron's hardening effects. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established in high-volume industrial production, with potential applications in high-temperature structural applications, wear-resistant coatings, and advanced catalytic systems where the unique atomic arrangement offers benefits over conventional nickel alloys or borides.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00990 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2300 | eV/atom | — |