VSb2

metal
· VSb2

VSb2 is a transition metal antimonide compound belonging to the family of refractory metal pnictides, characterized by a hexagonal crystal structure and high hardness. This material has been the subject of materials research for potential applications in high-temperature and wear-resistant environments, though it remains primarily in the research and development phase rather than widespread industrial production. Its combination of metallic bonding with ceramic-like hardness characteristics makes it of interest for specialized engineering applications where conventional alloys reach their performance limits.

high-temperature structural applicationswear-resistant coatingsrefractory material researchhard material compoundsmaterials science researchadvanced ceramics development

Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)3 entries
98.38
GPa
98.38
GPa
97.92
GPa
Elastic Compliance Tensor(Sij)
Matrix (redacted)
1/GPa
Elastic Anisotropy(AU)
1.563
-
Elastic Stiffness Tensor(Cij)
Matrix (redacted)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)2 entries
0.2933
-
0.3000
-
Shear Modulus(G)3 entries
47.16
GPa
47.16
GPa
51.25
GPa
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Density(ρ)
7.911
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
-18.66
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.05260
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.01904
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.