Ga₃Cu₁ is an intermetallic compound in the gallium-copper system, representing a stoichiometric phase with a 3:1 atomic ratio. This material exists primarily in materials science research and experimental contexts, particularly in studies of gallium-based intermetallics and semiconductor-metal interfaces. The gallium-copper system has been investigated for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, contact metallurgy, and advanced electronic packaging where the thermal and electrical properties of intermetallic phases may offer advantages over conventional solders or diffusion barriers.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.09700 | eV/atom | — |