AgInS2

semiconductor

· AgInS2

AgInS₂ is a ternary semiconducting compound combining silver, indium, and sulfur, belonging to the family of chalcogenide semiconductors with potential for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications. This material remains largely in the research phase, valued for its tunable bandgap and layered crystal structure that enable investigation of light absorption and charge transport in alternative solar absorbers and infrared detector systems. Compared to more established semiconductors like CdTe or CIGS, AgInS₂ offers compositional flexibility and reduced toxicity concerns, though commercial deployment is limited and material processing remains under development.

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Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	1.900	eV	—

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AgInS2

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