CdTc
ceramic· JVASP-127794· CdTc
CdTe (cadmium telluride) is a compound semiconductor ceramic material formed from cadmium and tellurium, belonging to the II–VI semiconductor family. It is primarily used in photovoltaic solar cells and gamma-ray detection instruments, where its direct bandgap and high atomic number make it effective for converting light to electricity and detecting high-energy radiation. CdTe photovoltaic modules dominate thin-film solar technology in commercial applications due to their high theoretical efficiency and lower manufacturing costs compared to silicon alternatives, though toxicity concerns and regulatory restrictions in some regions influence its adoption.
thin-film solar cellsphotovoltaic panelsgamma-ray detectorsX-ray imaging sensorsradiation detection instrumentationspace power systems
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 10.25 | kg/m³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.5236 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.5186 | 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.