Zr₂N is a zirconium nitride ceramic compound that belongs to the transition metal nitride family, characterized by high hardness and thermal stability. It is investigated primarily in research and advanced coating applications, particularly for wear-resistant surface treatments, cutting tool coatings, and high-temperature structural components where hardness and oxidation resistance are critical. Engineers consider zirconium nitrides as alternatives to traditional hard coatings (such as TiN) when enhanced thermal stability or specific chemical compatibility is required in demanding environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2419 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | 5.690 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.358 | eV/atom | — |