AcCdNi is a ternary alloy system combining cadmium and nickel with an unspecified third element (likely acetal or acetyl designation), representing a specialized metallic composition with relatively high density. This alloy family is encountered primarily in research and niche industrial applications where cadmium's unique properties—such as corrosion resistance, low friction, and neutron absorption—are leveraged, though its use has declined significantly due to cadmium's toxicity and environmental restrictions in most developed markets. Engineers considering this material should evaluate whether application-specific benefits justify regulatory compliance burdens and availability constraints.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 3,079.2 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.1600 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | -1,517.1 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2958 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2286 | eV/atom | — |