Lu2Au

metal
· JVASP-112464· Lu2Au

Lu2Au is an intermetallic compound combining lutetium and gold, belonging to the rare earth–noble metal alloy family. This material exists primarily in research and specialized applications rather than mainstream industrial use, with potential applications in high-temperature systems, electronic devices, and catalytic applications due to the unique combination of rare earth and noble metal properties. Engineers would consider Lu2Au for niche applications requiring the chemical stability of gold with the electronic or thermal characteristics that lutetium intermetallics provide, though practical adoption remains limited pending further development and characterization.

Research intermetallicsHigh-temperature compoundsElectronic materialsCatalytic systemsRare earth alloysMaterials science development

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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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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