Sm1 Ni5
semiconductor· Sm1 Ni5
Sm₁Ni₅ is an intermetallic compound composed of samarium and nickel, belonging to the rare-earth transition-metal semiconductor family. This material is primarily of research interest for its potential in permanent magnet applications and magnetocaloric effects, particularly in cryogenic cooling systems where rare-earth intermetallics are explored as alternatives to conventional refrigerants. The samarium-nickel system is notable for its strong magnetic properties and thermal responsiveness, making it relevant to advanced energy conversion and precision cooling technologies where traditional semiconductors are insufficient.
rare-earth magnetsmagnetocaloric cooling systemscryogenic applicationsresearch materialspermanent magnet alloysthermal energy conversion
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
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