Ag6 S3

semiconductor

· Ag6 S3

Ag6S3 is a silver sulfide compound semiconductor belonging to the metal chalcogenide family, characterized by mixed-valence silver cations and sulfide anions in a crystalline structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where its narrow bandgap and ionic-electronic properties make it a candidate for infrared sensing, thin-film photovoltaics, and solid-state ionic devices. Compared to conventional semiconductors, silver sulfides offer potential advantages in cost and processability, though they remain less mature than established technologies like silicon or III-V compounds.

infrared sensors and detectorsphotovoltaic researchsolid-state ionic conductorsthin-film semiconductor deviceschalcogenide materials research

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	8,126.9	ksi	—
Shear Modulus(G)	1,343	ksi	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.2777	eV	—

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Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.04700	eV/atom	—

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Ag6 S3

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