Si₆Pt₂ is an intermetallic compound combining silicon and platinum in a fixed stoichiometric ratio, belonging to the class of refractory metal silicides. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established production use, investigated for its potential in high-temperature applications and as a specialized contact or barrier material in semiconductor device engineering where platinum's noble properties and silicon's semiconductor character may offer synergistic benefits.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00120 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.03700 | eV/atom | — |