Sm2 B4 C4
semiconductor· Sm2 B4 C4
Sm₂B₄C₄ is a ternary ceramic compound combining samarium (a rare-earth element), boron, and carbon into a single-phase material. This is a research-stage compound within the broader family of rare-earth borocarbides, which are being investigated for high-temperature structural applications and specialized electronic properties. The material's potential lies in extreme-environment applications where conventional ceramics or metals fall short, though industrial adoption remains limited and applications are primarily in academic research and advanced materials development.
High-temperature structural ceramicsRare-earth borocarbide researchAdvanced refractory applicationsElectronic/superconductor researchSpecialized aerospace materials (exploratory)
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
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