SmGaCo is an intermetallic compound combining samarium (a rare-earth element), gallium, and cobalt in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of rare-earth intermetallics and is primarily investigated in research contexts for its magnetic and electronic properties rather than as an established commercial material. SmGaCo and related rare-earth gallium compounds show promise in permanent magnet applications, magnetocaloric devices, and high-temperature magnetic systems where rare-earth contributions are leveraged to achieve specialized magnetic behavior.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00500 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4520 | eV/atom | — |