AlNiF

metal
· JVASP-139142· AlNiF

AlNiF is an intermetallic compound composed of aluminum, nickel, and fluorine, belonging to the family of ternary metal fluorides and intermetallics. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume commercial use, with potential applications in specialized high-performance alloys and advanced functional materials where the combination of light weight (aluminum-based), strength contribution (nickel), and chemical stability (fluorine incorporation) could be advantageous. Engineers would consider AlNiF in development contexts where conventional Al-Ni binary alloys fall short in corrosion resistance, oxidation stability, or specific stiffness requirements, though material availability, processing maturity, and cost-benefit relative to established alternatives remain limiting factors for broad adoption.

experimental aerospace alloyshigh-temperature corrosion-resistant applicationslightweight structural composites (research)intermetallic matrix developmentchemical and thermal barrier coatings (emerging)advanced functional materials (research phase)

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
Shear Modulus(G)
ksi
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
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.
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