Er₂Sn₂Pt₄ is an intermetallic compound combining erbium, tin, and platinum—a ternary phase that exhibits semiconductor character and belongs to the rare-earth platinum-group metal family. This is a research-stage material studied for its potential in high-temperature electronics and quantum materials applications, where the combination of rare-earth magnetism with platinum's stability offers theoretical advantages for devices requiring thermal resilience and electronic precision. The material family is of interest to materials scientists exploring beyond conventional semiconductors, though industrial deployment remains limited to specialized research contexts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 19,780 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,817.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03450 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.018 | eV/atom | — |