Pt3Au is an intermetallic compound combining platinum and gold in a 3:1 atomic ratio, belonging to the noble metal alloy family. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, valued for its combination of high density, corrosion resistance, and noble metal properties in applications demanding extreme chemical stability and longevity. It appears in niche sectors including catalysis research, high-reliability electrical contacts, and potential biomedical applications where the synergistic properties of platinum and gold offer advantages over single-element alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 19.97 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.03380 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.03385 | eV/atom | — |