Mg6NiC
metal· JVASP-94108· Mg6NiC
Mg6NiC is an intermetallic compound in the magnesium-nickel-carbon system, representing a research-phase material combining magnesium's lightweight properties with nickel and carbon for potential strengthening effects. This material family is of interest in advanced metallurgy for applications requiring low density combined with improved hardness or wear resistance, though it remains primarily in the exploratory stage rather than established industrial production. Engineers evaluating Mg6NiC would typically be investigating lightweight structural composites or specialty alloys where the magnesium base offers mass reduction benefits and the nickel-carbon phases provide hardening mechanisms.
lightweight structural alloysintermetallic compounds (research)magnesium-based compositeshigh-strength-to-weight applicationswear-resistant phasesaerospace/automotive advanced materials (exploratory)
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
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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.