Ba₄Ca₂I₁₂ is a mixed halide perovskite semiconductor composed of barium, calcium, and iodine. This is a research-stage material being investigated for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, particularly as part of the broader family of inorganic halide perovskites that offer potential advantages in stability and tunability compared to organic-inorganic hybrids. Engineers would consider this material primarily in exploratory device development where thermal stability, radiation hardness, or simplified manufacturing (avoiding volatile organic precursors) are design priorities, though the material remains pre-commercialization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.598 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.740 | eV/atom | — |