Description

Zirconium Nitride CAS NO 119173-61-4 is a refractory ceramic compound known for its exceptional hardness, high melting point, and excellent chemical stability. This material is critical for applications requiring superior wear resistance, thermal barrier properties, and decorative finishes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the cutting tool, aerospace, semiconductor, and decorative coating industries seeking to enhance product durability and performance.

Application

• Hard Protective Coatings: Applied via Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) to cutting tools, molds, and precision components to drastically increase surface hardness, wear resistance, and service life.
• Decorative Finishes: Used to create a durable, gold-like coating on consumer goods, watches, jewelry, and architectural hardware, offering an attractive alternative to electroplated gold.
• Diffusion Barriers: Employed in semiconductor manufacturing as a thin film barrier layer in microelectronic devices to prevent interdiffusion between silicon and metal contacts.
• Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBCs): Serves as a component in multi-layer TBC systems for gas turbine blades and aerospace components to protect against extreme temperatures.
• Wear-Resistant Parts: Incorporated into bulk ceramics or as a coating for mechanical parts subjected to high friction and abrasive environments.
• Optical Coatings: Utilized in optical thin films for lenses and mirrors due to its favorable refractive index and durability in specific spectral ranges.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zirconium Nitride
CAS No.	119173-61-4
Molecular Formula	ZrN
Molecular Weight	105.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Zirconium mononitride; Zirconium(III) nitride; Nitridozirconium; Zirconium nitride (ZrN); Zirconium nitride powder; ZRN; Zirconium-Nitride coating material
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Zirconium Nitride is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as purity, particle size distribution, phase composition, and metallic impurities. Our quality systems are designed to meet the exacting standards of advanced materials manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent surface oxidation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Golden-brown to bronze powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to ZrN phase
Purity (ZrN basis)	≥ 99.5%
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Carbon Content	≤ 0.1%
Particle Size (D50)	1-5 µm (other grades available)
Specific Surface Area (BET)	1-10 m²/g
Tap Density	≥ 3.0 g/cm³

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.