Co8O4F12 is a mixed-valence cobalt oxide fluoride compound belonging to the family of transition metal oxyhalides, a class of materials being actively investigated for their unique electronic and magnetic properties. This compound exists primarily in research and development contexts rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in advanced electronics and energy storage where the combination of oxide and fluoride ligands can modify electronic band structure and ion mobility. Interest in this material family stems from their potential to outperform conventional oxides in specific niche applications requiring tuned redox chemistry or ionic conductivity.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00480 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.578 | eV/atom | — |