WCuN3

metal
· WCuN3

WCuN3 is a refractory metal nitride compound combining tungsten, copper, and nitrogen, belonging to the family of hard ceramic-metallic materials used in extreme wear and thermal environments. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest for applications requiring high hardness, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity—qualities that position it as an alternative to traditional carbides and nitrides in demanding cutting, coating, and structural applications. Its copper content is atypical for refractory nitrides, suggesting potential advantages in thermal or electrical properties compared to conventional tungsten nitrides, though widespread adoption remains limited relative to established WC or TiN systems.

cutting tool coatingswear-resistant surfaceshigh-temperature applicationsrefractory materials researchthermal barrier systemsspecialty industrial coatings

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV—
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.2936
μB—
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
1.680
eV/atom—
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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