Ca2 Ni4 S8
semiconductor· Ca2 Ni4 S8
Ca₂Ni₄S₈ is a ternary sulfide semiconductor compound combining calcium, nickel, and sulfur in a layered crystal structure. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial use, investigated for potential applications in energy conversion and optoelectronic devices where mixed-metal sulfides offer tunable electronic properties. Its appeal lies in the possibility of engineering band gaps and photocatalytic activity through composition variation, positioning it as a candidate for next-generation photovoltaics or catalytic systems, though it remains largely in exploratory phases compared to more mature semiconductor alternatives.
photovoltaic researchphotocatalysisoptoelectronic devicesenergy conversionsemiconductor researchmetal sulfide compounds
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
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