KV

metal

· JVASP-122918· KV

KV is a lightweight metallic material, likely an aluminum-based alloy given its density and mechanical properties, designed for applications requiring a balance of stiffness and weight efficiency. It is commonly used in aerospace, automotive, and structural engineering where material efficiency and performance-to-weight ratio are critical design drivers. Engineers select KV when conventional steels would add unnecessary mass or when aluminum alloys offer sufficient strength margins while reducing overall component weight and manufacturing costs.

aerospace structural componentsautomotive body panelsweight-sensitive framesgeneral-purpose engineering structuresstamping and forming applicationsmid-strength load-bearing parts

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	3,702.8	ksi	—
Shear Modulus(G)	1,343	ksi	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.09679	lb/in³	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.000	eV	—
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.00100	µB	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	2.277	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	2.273	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.

KV

Mechanical Properties

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control