CaCu2Si2 is an intermetallic compound combining calcium, copper, and silicon—a ternary phase that belongs to the family of metal silicides. This material is primarily of research and materials science interest rather than a widely commercialized engineering material, studied for its potential in advanced alloy systems and composite reinforcement applications. Its use as a functional or structural phase remains largely experimental, with relevance in investigations of copper-based intermetallics and silicide-containing composites where tailored mechanical or thermal properties are sought.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1621 | 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) | -0.4071 | eV/atom | — |