MgZnCu
metal· JVASP-108101· MgZnCu
MgZnCu is a ternary magnesium alloy combining magnesium with zinc and copper additions to enhance strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance. This alloy family is primarily investigated for lightweight structural applications and biomedical devices where the combination of low density with improved mechanical properties and controlled degradation behavior offers advantages over pure magnesium or binary Mg-Zn systems. The copper addition particularly influences precipitation hardening and corrosion characteristics, making MgZnCu relevant in aerospace weight-reduction initiatives and emerging biodegradable implant research.
lightweight structural componentsbiomedical implantsaerospace weight reductioncorrosion-resistant casingsresearch and development alloysmagnesium alloy engineering
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2025 | 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) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2176 | 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.