Titanium nitride (TiN) is a hard ceramic compound formed by the interstitial reaction of titanium and nitrogen, belonging to the transition metal nitride family of materials. It is widely employed as a coating and bulk material in cutting tools, wear-resistant components, and decorative applications, valued for its exceptional hardness, high melting point, and ability to reduce friction and wear in high-temperature and high-stress environments. Engineers select TiN over alternatives like aluminum oxide or diamond coatings when a balance of hardness, thermal stability, and cost-effectiveness is required, particularly in machining operations where tool life and surface finish are critical.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 235.7 range 205.2–266.2median of 2 measurements | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 96.63 range 81.80–111.5median of 2 measurements | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01440 range 0.01380–0.01500median of 2 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.300 range -1.582–-1.017median of 2 measurements | eV/atom | — |