Ta6Sn2 is a tantalum-tin intermetallic compound that belongs to the broader family of refractory metal alloys and intermetallics. This material is primarily investigated in research and advanced materials development contexts for applications requiring high-temperature stability and chemical resistance, particularly where conventional alloys reach their performance limits. The tantalum-tin system is notable for combining tantalum's exceptional refractory properties with tin's influence on microstructure and processing characteristics, making it of interest for aerospace, high-temperature electronics, and materials research rather than mainstream industrial production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 181.0 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 36.56 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02560 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.00200 | eV/atom | — |