Ta3SiNi8 is an intermetallic compound combining tantalum, silicon, and nickel, representing a specialized high-density metal system. This material appears to be primarily a research or specialized alloy of interest for high-temperature and structural applications where the unique properties of tantalum-based intermetallics—such as elevated-temperature strength and chemical stability—may be leveraged. Engineers would consider this compound for niche applications requiring the density and refractory characteristics of tantalum-containing systems, though its practical use is limited and material properties should be verified against specific performance requirements before application decisions.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.4141 | lb/in³ | — |
| 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) | 0.2194 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2156 | eV/atom | — |