Ba3 P2 S8

semiconductor

· Ba3 P2 S8

Ba₃P₂S₈ is an inorganic semiconductor compound combining barium, phosphorus, and sulfur, belonging to the family of mixed-anion chalcogenide materials. This is primarily a research-phase compound studied for its semiconducting properties in the context of photovoltaic and optoelectronic device development. The material's appeal lies in its potential for earth-abundant, non-toxic solar absorbers and light-emission applications, positioning it as an experimental alternative to more conventional semiconductor compounds, though industrial deployment remains limited pending optimization of synthesis routes and device performance.

photovoltaic materials researchoptoelectronic devicesthin-film solar cellslight-emitting applicationsmaterials substitution developmentnon-toxic semiconductor alternatives

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	38.79	GPa	—
Shear Modulus(G)	21.45	GPa	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	1.933	eV	—

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Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-1.378	eV/atom	—

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Ba3 P2 S8

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