C4 Fe12 W12 is an iron-tungsten intermetallic compound, likely a research or specialized alloy combining iron and tungsten in a defined stoichiometric ratio with carbon. This material family is explored for high-temperature applications where tungsten's refractory properties and iron's structural backbone can create phases with exceptional hardness and wear resistance. Limited commercial adoption suggests this is either an experimental composition or a niche material; it would be considered where extreme hardness, thermal stability, or wear performance justifies the cost and processing complexity of intermetallic phases.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00460 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2930 | eV/atom | — |