Mn20W3C6 is a manganese-tungsten carbide composite or cermet-class material, combining metallic manganese with tungsten carbide phases for enhanced hardness and wear resistance. This material family is investigated for applications requiring high hardness and thermal stability, particularly in cutting tools, wear-resistant coatings, and high-temperature structural applications where conventional tool steels or carbides reach performance limits. The tungsten carbide reinforcement provides exceptional hardness while the manganese matrix offers toughness benefits over fully ceramic alternatives, making it relevant for engineers balancing wear life against impact resistance in demanding environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | 0.3576 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1207 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.01700 | eV/atom | — |