Er3Zr

Er₃Zr is an intermetallic compound combining erbium (a rare-earth element) with zirconium, forming a binary metallic phase with potential applications in high-temperature and specialized functional materials. This material belongs to the rare-earth–transition metal intermetallic family, which is primarily investigated in research contexts for advanced applications rather than established commodity production. Er₃Zr and related rare-earth zirconium compounds are studied for potential use in high-temperature structural applications, nuclear materials, and magnetically functional alloys, where the combination of rare-earth and refractory metal properties may offer thermal stability and unique electronic or magnetic characteristics.