Zn8Fe3N8 is an iron-zinc nitride intermetallic compound, representing a research-phase material within the family of metal nitrides that combine transition metals for enhanced hardness and wear resistance. This compound is primarily of academic and emerging industrial interest for applications requiring hard, wear-resistant coatings and surfaces, as nitride intermetallics offer superior hardness compared to conventional iron-zinc alloys while maintaining metallic properties. The zinc-iron-nitrogen system is being explored as an alternative to traditional hard coatings and surface treatments, with potential advantages in manufacturing environments where coating durability and reduced maintenance are critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1775 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 9.106 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2123 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1140 | eV/atom | — |