Ca2AlZn16 is an intermetallic compound belonging to the calcium-aluminum-zinc family, representing a specialized multi-component metal system rather than a conventional alloy. This material is primarily of research and development interest, investigated for potential applications in lightweight structural applications and advanced metallurgical systems where the unique phase chemistry of calcium, aluminum, and zinc combinations may offer benefits in specific thermal or mechanical contexts. The compound's viability and industrial adoption depend on its processability, thermal stability, and cost-effectiveness relative to established aluminum or zinc-based alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2190 | lb/in³ | — |
| 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) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1959 | eV/atom | — |