Cr6C3N is a chromium carbonitride ceramic compound belonging to the family of transition metal carbonitrides, which combine metallic and ceramic properties for high-hardness applications. This material is primarily investigated in research and specialized industrial contexts for wear-resistant coatings and cutting tool applications, where its hardness and thermal stability offer advantages over conventional tool steels and some ceramic alternatives. The carbonitride composition provides a balance of hardness and toughness that makes it suitable for demanding machining and tribological environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 6.758 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.00710 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2491 | eV/atom | — |