Ca2Sn3S8
ceramic· JVASP-137229· Ca2Sn3S8
Ca₂Sn₃S₈ is a mixed-metal sulfide ceramic compound combining calcium and tin in a ternary sulfide system. This is a research-phase material primarily of interest in solid-state chemistry and materials science; it is not yet widely deployed in commercial applications but belongs to a family of metal sulfides being explored for semiconductor and photovoltaic properties. The compound's potential relevance lies in emerging technologies that exploit the electronic and optical properties of complex sulfide ceramics, though practical engineering use remains limited pending further development of synthesis methods, phase stability, and device integration pathways.
research semiconductorsphotovoltaic materials developmentsolid-state chemistrythin-film coatings (exploratory)optical/electronic device platforms
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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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 | — | — |
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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.