Cd4GeS6

ceramic
· JVASP-97394· Cd4GeS6

Cd₄GeS₆ is a quaternary chalcogenide ceramic compound composed of cadmium, germanium, and sulfur elements, representing a specialized class of semiconducting ceramics with potential photonic and thermoelectric properties. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in optoelectronic devices, infrared detection systems, and solid-state energy conversion where its specific crystal structure and electronic band gap offer advantages over conventional semiconductors. The cadmium content requires careful handling and environmental consideration, positioning it as a candidate material for niche high-performance applications rather than commodity use.

infrared optics and detectionphotonic semiconductorsthermoelectric devicesexperimental optoelectronicsnonlinear optical materialsresearch compounds

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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