UCuSn
metal· JVASP-93750· UCuSn
UCuSn is a uranium-copper-tin ternary alloy, representing a specialized metallic system primarily explored in nuclear materials research and high-density applications. This material family combines uranium's exceptional density with copper and tin additions to modify microstructure, mechanical behavior, and corrosion resistance for specialized engineering environments. The alloy is notable in contexts requiring dense, metallic matrices for radiation shielding, advanced reactor components, or other defense and nuclear applications where conventional materials prove insufficient.
nuclear fuel matrix materialsradiation shieldinghigh-density metallic systemsadvanced reactor componentsresearch and developmentspecialty alloy development
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.4145 | lb/in³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 5.468 | µB | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.02030 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.04307 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Export Control
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.