Abstract:
An Fe-base, soft magnetic alloy is disclosed. The alloy has the general formula FeMM′M″M′″PMnwhere M is Co and/or Ni, M′ is one or more of Zr, Nb, Cr, Mo, Hf, Sc, Ti, V, W, and Ta, M″ is one or more of B, C, Si, and Al, and M″' is selected from the group consisting of Cu, Pt, Ir, Zn, Au, and Ag. The subscripts a, b, c, d, x, and y represent the atomic proportions of the elements and have the following atomic percent ranges:The balance of the alloy is iron and usual impurities. Alloy powder, a magnetic article made therefrom, and an amorphous metal article made from the alloy are also disclosed.