Cd3Te
ceramic· JVASP-110765· Cd3Te
Cadmium telluride (CdTe) is a binary II-VI semiconductor ceramic compound used primarily in optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications. It is commercially deployed in high-efficiency thin-film solar cells, nuclear radiation detectors, and infrared imaging systems, where its direct bandgap and strong light absorption make it preferable to alternatives like silicon or CIGS for specific wavelength ranges. CdTe offers excellent radiation hardness and thermal stability, though cadmium toxicity requires careful handling and recycling protocols in manufacturing and end-of-life management.
thin-film photovoltaic cellsgamma-ray detectorsX-ray imaging sensorsinfrared opticsspace radiation shieldingmedical imaging devices
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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.