Sr1 B6

semiconductor

· Sr1 B6

Strontium hexaboride (SrB₆) is a ceramic compound belonging to the rare-earth hexaboride family, characterized by a cubic crystal structure and metallic-like electrical properties. It is primarily investigated for thermionic emission applications and high-temperature electronics, where its combination of thermal stability and electron-emitting capabilities offers advantages over traditional tungsten cathodes in vacuum tubes and electron guns. The material is notable for its relatively low work function and chemical inertness at elevated temperatures, making it of particular interest in research contexts for next-generation electron sources and specialized vacuum device applications.

electron gun cathodesthermionic emittershigh-temperature vacuum devicesadvanced research applicationsrefractory electronics

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	21,842.7	ksi	—
Shear Modulus(G)	18,231.2	ksi	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.6522	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.4980	eV/atom	—

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Sr1 B6

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Electrical Properties

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