MnCrN2 is a manganese chromium nitride compound belonging to the family of transition metal nitrides, which are known for their exceptional hardness and wear resistance. This material is primarily investigated for hard coatings and wear-resistant surface treatments in industrial applications, offering potential advantages over traditional nitride coatings in high-temperature and corrosive environments. The manganese-chromium nitride system represents an emerging alternative to conventional CrN and TiN coatings, particularly valued where enhanced toughness alongside hardness is needed.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2462 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.212 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1009 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4638 | eV/atom | — |