Nd₁Cu₅ is an intermetallic compound combining neodymium (a rare-earth element) with copper in a 1:5 stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the rare-earth intermetallic family and is primarily of research and development interest rather than widespread commercial use. The compound is investigated for potential applications in permanent magnets, electronic devices, and high-temperature structural materials where rare-earth elements can provide enhanced magnetic or electronic properties; however, it remains less established than competing rare-earth phases like Nd₂Fe₁₄B in high-performance magnet systems.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00220 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1880 | eV/atom | — |