W2 C1
semiconductor· W2 C1
W2C1 is a tungsten carbide compound belonging to the refractory carbide family, characterized by a tungsten-to-carbon ratio of approximately 2:1. This material is used in wear-resistant coatings, cutting tool inserts, and high-temperature structural applications where extreme hardness and thermal stability are required. Tungsten carbides are valued in machining and drilling operations because they maintain hardness at elevated temperatures better than many alternatives, though W2C1 specifically occupies a niche between WC (most common) and W2C depending on the application's balance of toughness and hardness requirements.
cutting tool insertswear-resistant coatingshigh-temperature toolingdrilling applicationsrefractory components
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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