Ba1Ca2I6 is a halide perovskite semiconductor compound combining barium, calcium, and iodine in a layered or three-dimensional crystal structure. This is primarily a research material being investigated for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, particularly as an alternative to lead-based perovskites for solar cells, X-ray detectors, and light-emitting devices. The lead-free composition makes it attractive for environmental and toxicity compliance in next-generation semiconductor devices, though it remains in development stages with properties and stability still being optimized compared to commercialized alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 2,867 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,026.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.762 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.728 | eV/atom | — |