MgAl3
metalMgAl3 is an intermetallic compound in the magnesium-aluminum system, representing a stoichiometric phase that combines the lightweight benefits of magnesium with aluminum's strength and castability. While primarily of research and metallurgical interest rather than a standalone commercial alloy, this phase appears in cast magnesium-aluminum alloys where it forms as a secondary constituent, influencing mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and elevated-temperature performance. Engineers encounter MgAl3 indirectly when specifying cast Mg-Al alloys for weight-critical applications, as the presence and morphology of this intermetallic phase significantly affects damping capacity, creep resistance, and failure modes.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |