Tm₁₂Al₈ is an intermetallic compound combining thulium (a rare-earth element) with aluminum, belonging to the rare-earth–aluminum intermetallic family. This is a research-phase material studied for its potential in high-temperature applications and magnetic or electronic devices where rare-earth intermetallics offer advantages over conventional alloys. The material represents an emerging class of compounds being investigated for specialized aerospace, electronics, or materials science applications where rare-earth elements provide enhanced thermal stability, magnetic properties, or other functional characteristics beyond standard aluminum alloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00150 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3430 | eV/atom | — |