Be₂ZnCu is a ternary intermetallic compound combining beryllium, zinc, and copper elements, representing a niche composition within the beryllium alloy family. This material has primarily been explored in research contexts for applications requiring the combination of beryllium's low density and stiffness with copper and zinc's enhanced workability and corrosion resistance, though industrial adoption remains limited due to beryllium's toxicity constraints and the material's specialized processing requirements. Engineers considering this composition should note it occupies a narrow space between commodity beryllium-copper alloys and experimental multielement systems, making it relevant only for specialized aerospace, electronics, or precision engineering projects where its specific property balance justifies the supply chain and manufacturing complexity.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 5.830 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1492 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.02704 | eV/atom | — |