Bi4Te3
ceramic· JVASP-18487· Bi4Te3
Bi₄Te₃ is a bismuth telluride-based ceramic compound belonging to the chalcogenide family, engineered primarily for thermoelectric applications. This material is widely used in thermoelectric cooling modules, power generation systems, and temperature control devices where its ability to convert thermal gradients into electrical potential (Seebeck effect) is leveraged. Bi₄Te₃ and related bismuth telluride compositions are industry-standard choices for solid-state thermoelectric devices because they offer superior thermoelectric efficiency at room temperature compared to alternatives, making them essential for applications requiring compact, vibration-free thermal management without moving parts.
thermoelectric cooling moduleswaste heat recoverytemperature control devicespower generation systemsthermal management electronicscryogenic applications
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — | |
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | — | µV/K | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.