Ti5Cu2
metal· JVASP-119073· Ti5Cu2
Ti5Cu2 is a titanium-copper alloy combining titanium's biocompatibility and corrosion resistance with copper's antimicrobial properties. This material is primarily investigated for biomedical applications where infection prevention is critical, particularly in orthopedic implants and dental devices where copper's bactericidal effect can reduce post-surgical complications. The alloy represents an emerging class of functional titanium composites designed to bridge the gap between passive corrosion protection and active antimicrobial performance, offering engineers an alternative to conventional Ti-6Al-4V when biological activity is a design requirement.
orthopedic implantsdental implantsantimicrobial medical devicesinfection-resistant fixation hardwarebiomedical research applicationssurgical instrumentation
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1982 | 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) | 0.1671 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.05638 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
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RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.