ThSi2Ni2
metal· JVASP-15621· ThSi2Ni2
ThSi₂Ni₂ is an intermetallic compound combining thorium, silicon, and nickel, belonging to the family of transition metal silicides with potential high-temperature applications. This is a research-phase material studied for its combination of structural stability and thermal properties, though industrial adoption remains limited. Engineers would consider this material primarily for specialized high-temperature environments where conventional superalloys face limitations, or in nuclear/aerospace research contexts where thorium-containing compounds offer unique thermal and mechanical characteristics.
high-temperature structural materialsaerospace research applicationsnuclear fuel cladding studiesintermetallic compound researchthermal barrier coatings (exploratory)refractory material development
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 148.5 | GPa | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.2900 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 74.45 | GPa | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 8.338 | kg/m³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -6.913 | µV/K | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8132 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
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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.