Mg1 Al2 C2

semiconductor

· Mg1 Al2 C2

Mg1Al2C2 is an experimental magnesium aluminium carbide compound belonging to the MAX phase family of ternary carbides, which exhibit a unique combination of ceramic and metallic properties. This research-stage material is being investigated for potential high-temperature structural applications where thermal stability, electrical conductivity, and mechanical damping are valued; the MAX phase family shows promise as an alternative to traditional ceramics and composites in extreme-environment settings, though Mg1Al2C2 specifically remains largely in development phase with limited commercial deployment.

high-temperature structural applicationsthermal management systemsaerospace researchelectrical conductivity componentsdamage-tolerant ceramicsthermal shock resistance

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	140.3	GPa	—
Shear Modulus(G)	106.7	GPa	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	2.003	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.2040	eV/atom	—

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Mg1 Al2 C2

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