UCrCo
metal· JVASP-99906· UCrCo
UCrCo is a uranium-chromium-cobalt ternary intermetallic compound that combines the nuclear properties of uranium with the corrosion resistance and hardness contributions of chromium and cobalt. This material belongs to the family of uranium-based alloys historically explored for specialized high-performance applications requiring extreme density, wear resistance, or nuclear shielding capabilities. While primarily of research and historical interest rather than widespread industrial use, UCrCo and related uranium intermetallics represent a materials class of interest in nuclear engineering, kinetic energy projectile design, and density-critical aerospace applications where conventional alternatives prove inadequate.
nuclear shieldingkinetic energy penetratorshigh-density aerospace componentswear-resistant toolingradiation attenuation
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.4846 | lb/in³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.01200 | µB | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1316 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.08269 | 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.