Mg17 Al12

semiconductor

· Mg17 Al12

Mg17Al12 is an intermetallic compound from the magnesium-aluminum system, representing a specific stoichiometric phase that forms in Mg-Al alloys. This material is primarily of research and metallurgical interest rather than a direct engineering material, as it typically appears as a secondary phase in commercial magnesium alloys (such as AZ91D) where it influences overall mechanical behavior and corrosion resistance. Engineers encounter Mg17Al12 indirectly through its role in strengthening and embrittling mechanisms in cast magnesium alloys, making understanding its formation and distribution critical for optimizing alloy performance in weight-sensitive applications.

magnesium alloy microstructure controlcasting and solidification engineeringcorrosion resistance optimizationlightweight automotive componentsphase diagram and materials researchdie-cast housings and enclosures

Compliance & Regulations

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

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.00780	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.04900	eV/atom	—

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Mg17 Al12

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