V12 As8 is a vanadium-arsenic intermetallic compound or alloy system with a composition ratio of approximately 12 vanadium atoms to 8 arsenic atoms. This material belongs to the family of refractory metal compounds and is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production. The V-As system is investigated for potential applications in high-temperature structural materials, semiconductor research, and specialized catalytic applications where the unique electronic properties of vanadium-arsenic phases may offer advantages; however, arsenic-bearing materials present toxicity and handling constraints that limit widespread adoption compared to conventional refractory metals and alloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4380 | eV/atom | — |