As4 Cd2 Sn2

semiconductor
· As4 Cd2 Sn2

As₄Cd₂Sn₂ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining arsenic, cadmium, and tin elements, belonging to the family of III-V and II-VI hybrid semiconductors. This material is primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications where bandgap engineering and light absorption properties are critical; it represents an emerging compound in the semiconductor materials space rather than an established industrial standard. Engineers would consider this material when designing novel solar cells, infrared detectors, or other quantum-engineered devices where the unique electronic properties arising from its mixed chemical composition offer advantages over conventional binary or ternary semiconductors.

Research photovoltaicsInfrared detectorsOptoelectronic devicesBandgap engineeringExperimental semiconductorsQuantum heterostructures

Compliance & Regulations

?ITAR?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
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Bulk Modulus(K)
49.23
GPa—
Shear Modulus(G)
23.40
GPa—
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.4928
eV—
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Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.1040
eV/atom—
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

Quality & Standards

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