Ta3Cr8Si

metal

· JVASP-143182· Ta3Cr8Si

Ta3Cr8Si is a ternary intermetallic compound combining tantalum, chromium, and silicon, belonging to the family of refractory metal silicides. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established commercial production, studied for its potential in high-temperature structural applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits. Its appeal lies in the combination of tantalum's high melting point and density with chromium's oxidation resistance and silicon's strengthening contributions, making it a candidate for extreme thermal environments.

high-temperature structural applicationsrefractory metal researchaerospace engine componentsadvanced materials developmentoxidation-resistant coatingsextreme environment materials

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.3698	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)	0.1212	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.07720	eV/atom	—

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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Ta3Cr8Si

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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