CoCrSn is a ternary cobalt-chromium-tin alloy combining the corrosion resistance and strength of cobalt-chromium systems with tin's contributions to wear resistance and potential hardening effects. This material family is primarily investigated for biomedical applications (particularly orthopedic and dental implants) and wear-resistant coatings, where the cobalt-chromium base provides proven biocompatibility and the tin addition aims to enhance surface hardness and reduce friction; it represents a research-driven refinement of established CoCr alloys rather than a commodity material.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 1.000 | μB | — | ||
Saturation Magnetization(μB,sat) | 191.8 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1670 | eV/atom | — |