Sc2Cu2Sn2 is an intermetallic compound combining scandium, copper, and tin in a defined stoichiometric ratio, classified as a semiconductor material. This ternary compound belongs to the family of transition-metal-based intermetallics and is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production. The material is investigated for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, advanced electronics, and energy conversion systems where its electronic band structure and thermal properties may offer advantages over conventional semiconductors, though practical deployment remains limited to specialized laboratory and exploratory development settings.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 87.80 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 54.16 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.05440 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5620 | eV/atom | — |