WOF4

ceramic
· WOF4

WOF₄ (tungsten oxytetrafluoride) is an inorganic ceramic compound combining tungsten, oxygen, and fluorine—a relatively uncommon composition that positions it primarily in the research and specialized materials domain. While industrial applications remain limited due to its niche chemistry, tungsten fluoride ceramics are investigated for high-temperature stability, chemical inertness, and potential use in extreme environments where conventional oxides or fluorides prove inadequate. Engineers would consider this material for advanced applications requiring fluorine-bearing ceramics with tungsten's refractory properties, though practical deployment typically remains experimental or restricted to R&D contexts rather than mainstream engineering practice.

high-temperature ceramics researchextreme environment materialsfluoride-based refractorieschemical inertness applicationsspecialized coatings (exploratory)nuclear/aerospace research

Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
4,252.5
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.2100
-
Shear Modulus(G)
3,108.2
ksi
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Density(ρ)
0.2021
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
4.343
eV
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr)
6.000
-
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
Piezoelectric Modulus(eij)2 entries
2.896
C/m²
0.2522
C/m²
Piezoelectric Stress Tensor(eij)
Matrix (redacted)
C/m²
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
-471.5
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.000
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)2 entries
-2.430
eV/atom
-2.749
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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.