PtC3

metal
· JVASP-124883· PtC3

PtC3 is a platinum-carbon intermetallic compound belonging to the family of refractory metal carbides. This material combines platinum's corrosion resistance and thermal stability with the hardness and strength contributions of carbon, making it relevant for high-temperature and chemically demanding applications. PtC3 remains primarily a research and specialty material rather than a commodity product; its development is driven by interest in advanced catalytic coatings, high-temperature structural applications, and functional ceramics where platinum's nobility is paired with carbide strengthening.

catalytic coatings and electrodeshigh-temperature corrosion resistanceaerospace thermal barrier systemschemical process equipmentresearch and advanced materials development

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
0.2457
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)
2.111
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
2.108
eV/atom
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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.