Os2C3 — Properties & Data | MatWorld

Os2C3

ceramic

· JVASP-154930· Os2C3

Os2C3 is an osmium carbide ceramic compound belonging to the refractory carbide family, characterized by extremely high density and hardness typical of transition metal carbides. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest rather than widespread commercial use, with potential applications in wear-resistant coatings, cutting tools, and high-performance composites where extreme hardness and thermal stability are required. Its rarity and cost relative to more established alternatives like tungsten carbide or titanium carbide have limited adoption, though ongoing materials research continues to explore its potential in extreme-environment applications.

refractory coatingscutting tool insertswear-resistant applicationshigh-temperature compositesresearch and developmentarmor and ballistic protection

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.4947	lb/in³	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.1550	eV	DFT · OptB88vdW
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.000	µB	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	1.173	eV/atom	DFT · OptB88vdW
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	1.172	eV/atom	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Reference data from cited sources. Not verified or certified by MatWorld Inc. Verify against the source before use in design. Terms: engineering data

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.

Os2C3

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Electrical Properties

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental