Fe12N5

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· JVASP-98220· Fe12N5

Fe12N5 is an iron nitride intermetallic compound, part of the Fe–N system family that combines iron with nitrogen to achieve enhanced hardness and wear resistance beyond conventional steels. This material is primarily studied in research contexts for wear-resistant coatings, hard surface applications, and advanced composites, where its high hardness and chemical stability offer advantages over softer iron-based alternatives, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to established nitride coatings like CrN or established tool steels.

wear-resistant coatingshard surface layerscutting tool developmentresearch and developmenttribological applicationsadvanced composites research

Compliance & Regulations

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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

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