Ca4SnS6
ceramic· JVASP-40138· Ca4SnS6
Ca₄SnS₆ is a mixed-metal sulfide ceramic compound belonging to the chalcogenide family, combining calcium and tin sulfides in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in solid-state ion conductivity, photovoltaic absorber layers, and thermal energy storage systems where sulfide-based ceramics offer advantages in thermal stability and electronic properties.
solid-state electrolytesthin-film photovoltaicsthermal energy storageresearch-phase compoundchalcogenide ceramicssemiconducting ceramics
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.09480 | lb/in³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.928 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -111.6 | µV/K | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1716 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.681 | 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.