Nb6AlSn

metal
· JVASP-107040· Nb6AlSn

Nb6AlSn is an intermetallic compound belonging to the niobium-aluminum-tin family, representing a research-phase material designed to combine the high-temperature strength of niobium-based intermetallics with improved oxidation resistance and workability. This material is primarily explored in aerospace and high-temperature structural applications where conventional superalloys approach their limits, though it remains largely in development rather than established production use. Engineers would consider Nb6AlSn where extreme temperature performance, reduced density relative to nickel superalloys, or specialized creep resistance becomes critical, though material maturity and availability are currently limiting factors compared to commercial alternatives.

aerospace engine componentshigh-temperature structural alloysadvanced refractory applicationsresearch-phase intermetallicsheat-resistant coatings or overlays

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
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Density(ρ)
0.2878
lb/in³—
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV—
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB—
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.02020
eV/atom—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.1564
eV/atom—
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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