Ta3Cr5N4 is a transition metal nitride compound combining tantalum and chromium in a ceramic-like interstitial structure. This material belongs to the family of refractory metal nitrides, which are primarily of academic and emerging industrial interest for extreme-environment applications where conventional alloys fail. The tantalum-chromium nitride system is investigated for potential use in high-temperature coatings, cutting tools, and wear-resistant surfaces, where its hardness and thermal stability offer advantages over single-element nitride alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.3971 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.00100 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.04000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7432 | eV/atom | — |