Ba₂Zn₀.₂B₂S₅.₂ is a barium-based sulfide semiconductor compound containing zinc and boron dopants, representing a mixed-anion semiconductor in the chalcogenide family. This is a research-stage material under investigation for infrared photonics and nonlinear optical applications, where barium sulfides are explored as alternatives to traditional wide-bandgap semiconductors due to their optical transparency in the mid-to-far infrared region. The zinc and boron incorporation may modify bandgap tuning and defect properties, making it a candidate for next-generation infrared detectors, windows, and potentially frequency conversion devices in specialized optoelectronic systems.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.540 | eV | — |