MgCuN

metal

· JVASP-120561· MgCuN

MgCuN is an intermetallic compound combining magnesium, copper, and nitrogen, representing an experimental material in the lightweight metal nitride family. While not yet established in mainstream production, this compound is of research interest for applications requiring combinations of low density, high hardness, and corrosion resistance—properties that could position it in advanced aerospace, automotive, or defense sectors if synthesis and processing challenges are overcome. Its development reflects ongoing efforts to create ultra-light structural materials with superior wear and environmental resistance compared to conventional magnesium alloys.

experimental lightweight structuresresearch phase materialsaerospace components (advanced)corrosion-resistant coatingshigh-hardness wear applicationsmagnesium alloy alternatives

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.1775	lb/in³	—

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

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.2449	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.2991	eV/atom	—

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Regulatory Screening

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MgCuN

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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