Cu3Ir

metal
· JVASP-126982· Cu3Ir

Cu3Ir is an intermetallic compound combining copper and iridium in a fixed stoichiometric ratio, belonging to the family of transition metal intermetallics. While primarily of academic and research interest rather than high-volume industrial use, Cu3Ir and related copper-iridium compounds are investigated for applications requiring exceptional corrosion resistance, high-temperature stability, and catalytic properties that exceed those of pure copper or iridium alone. Engineers consider such materials for specialized electrochemical systems, wear-resistant coatings, and catalytic surfaces where the synergistic properties of both metals justify the cost and processing complexity of intermetallic formation.

Catalytic surfacesElectrochemical applicationsWear-resistant coatingsHigh-temperature contactsCorrosion-resistant electrodesResearch/experimental applications

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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