Sc5Si3

ceramic
· Sc5Si3

Sc₅Si₃ is a scandium silicide ceramic compound belonging to the family of transition metal silicides, which are intermetallic ceramics known for combining metallic and ceramic properties. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established commercial production, with investigation focused on high-temperature structural applications where its stiffness and relatively low density could provide advantages over conventional ceramics or superalloys. Scandium silicides are studied for potential use in aerospace and energy sectors where materials must withstand extreme temperatures while maintaining structural integrity, though wider adoption is limited by processing challenges and cost considerations compared to mature alternatives like silicon carbide or alumina-based composites.

high-temperature ceramic compositesaerospace engine components (research)refractory materials developmentstructural ceramics (advanced research)lightweight structural applications (experimental)

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)2 entries
89.10
GPa
89.10
GPa
Elastic Compliance Tensor(Sij)
Matrix (redacted)
1/GPa
Elastic Anisotropy(AU)
0.07793
-
Elastic Stiffness Tensor(Cij)
Matrix (redacted)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.1815
-
Shear Modulus(G)2 entries
72.07
GPa
72.07
GPa
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Density(ρ)
3.264
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.000
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)2 entries
-0.9317
eV/atom
-0.7710
eV/atom
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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.