ZrN (zirconium nitride) is a ceramic compound belonging to the refractory metal nitride family, characterized by high hardness and thermal stability. It is primarily used in hard coatings for cutting tools, wear-resistant components, and high-temperature applications where traditional steel or aluminum alloys would fail. ZrN is valued as an alternative to TiN coatings due to its superior oxidation resistance at elevated temperatures and distinctive gold color, making it particularly relevant for aerospace, automotive machining, and industrial equipment where extended tool life and thermal performance are critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 33,121.8 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 19,197.2 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01100 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.060 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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