Al3Pd

metal
· JVASP-105113· Al3Pd

Al₃Pd is an intermetallic compound from the aluminum-palladium binary system, characterized by an ordered crystal structure that creates a hard, brittle material distinct from conventional solid-solution alloys. It appears primarily in research and specialized applications rather than high-volume industrial use, valued for its high hardness and thermal stability in systems where aluminum's light weight must be combined with palladium's properties. Engineers consider this material for applications requiring corrosion resistance, thermal cycling tolerance, or specific electronic/catalytic functionality, though its brittleness and processing complexity typically limit adoption to niche aerospace, catalysis, or thin-film applications where performance justifies manufacturing cost.

aerospace coatingscatalytic surfacesthermal barrier systemsintermetallic researchhigh-temperature corrosion resistanceelectronic device materials

Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
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Shear Modulus(G)
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Density(ρ)
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Band Gap(Eg)
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Magnetic Moment(μB)
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
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Formation Energy(ΔHf)
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.