W2AsC

metal
· W2AsC

W2AsC is a ternary ceramic compound combining tungsten, arsenic, and carbon, belonging to the family of refractory carbides and mixed-anion ceramics. This is a research-phase material with potential applications in extreme-environment engineering, where its combination of metallic and ceramic character—offering both structural rigidity and thermal stability—may provide advantages over conventional single-phase ceramics or refractory metals. The arsenic-containing composition is relatively uncommon in commercial materials, making this compound primarily of interest for specialized applications requiring simultaneous hardness, thermal resistance, and unique chemical stability in environments where traditional tungsten carbides or transition-metal carbides prove insufficient.

high-temperature structural applicationsrefractory coatingsextreme-environment researchcutting tool developmentwear-resistant componentselectronic/semiconductor research

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
32,923.6
ksi—
Shear Modulus(G)
4,931.3
ksi—
Young's Modulus(E)
13,923.6
ksi—
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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.