Cr3Cu1 is an intermetallic compound composed of chromium and copper in a 3:1 atomic ratio, belonging to the class of metallic semiconductors or electronic intermetallics. This material is primarily of research interest for its potential in thermoelectric applications, magnetic devices, and electronic components where the combination of chromium's hardness and copper's electrical conductivity can be exploited. While not yet widely adopted in high-volume industrial production, compounds in the Cr-Cu system are investigated for specialized applications requiring corrosion resistance, thermal management, or unique electronic behavior in demanding environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00420 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.2770 | eV/atom | — |