KrN

ceramic
· JVASP-128507· KrN

KrN is a ceramic nitride compound in the refractory ceramic family, combining krypton with nitrogen to form a hard, thermally stable material. While primarily a research material rather than a commodity ceramic, KrN and related noble gas nitrides are investigated for extreme-condition applications where conventional ceramics reach their limits, such as high-temperature coatings and wear-resistant surfaces. Its notable advantage lies in potential hardness and chemical inertness, positioning it as an alternative to more conventional nitride ceramics in specialized aerospace and high-energy physics contexts.

experimental coatingshigh-temperature ceramicswear-resistant surfacesrefractory applicationsmaterials research

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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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

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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