FePd3
FePd3 is a thermodynamically stable metallic alloy of iron and palladium used in catalytic research.

About FePd3
FePd3 is a metallic intermetallic compound composed of iron and palladium. As a member of the platinum-group alloy catalyst class, it exhibits significant structural stability, consistently appearing on the thermodynamic convex hull across multiple computational databases. Its metallic nature and robust structural integrity make it a subject of interest for researchers investigating high-performance catalytic surfaces.
The material is characterized by a high degree of structural diversity, with numerous reported phases across various databases. This structural richness highlights its versatility in solid-state chemistry, providing a stable platform for studying atomic arrangements that influence catalytic efficiency and surface reactivity in industrial applications.
Key Properties
Cross-validated computational properties for FePd3, aggregated across 5 databases.
Band GapEnergy needed to move an electron from the valence band to the conduction band. Lower or zero values tend to behave more metallic; larger gaps are more insulating or semiconducting.
Energy Above HullThermodynamic distance from the most stable set of competing phases. 0 eV/atom is on the convex hull; small positive values may still be experimentally accessible.
StabilityA plain-language summary of the best reported energy-above-hull result. It reflects whether the lowest-energy structure is on, near, or far from the stability hull.
StructuresCount of reported calculated crystal structures for this formula, including alternate polymorphs, source databases, and observed space groups.
Applications
Where FePd3 is used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about FePd3, answered from cross-validated data.
What is FePd3?
FePd3 is a thermodynamically stable metallic alloy of iron and palladium used in catalytic research.
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Is FePd3 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
Is FePd3 thermodynamically stable?
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How It Compares
Within the platinum-group alloy catalysts class.
Within the diverse family of platinum-group alloys, FePd3 stands out for its thermodynamic stability compared to more complex or less stable intermetallics like LaRh or Ga2Ru. While many members of this class are explored for specific electronic properties, FePd3 is distinguished by its well-documented structural landscape, offering a more predictable baseline for catalytic behavior than the more exotic or volatile members of the group.
Related Compounds
Other Platinum-Group Alloy Catalysts in the database.
Data sources & attribution
- latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform
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