CsGeCl3

ceramic
· CsGeCl3

CsGeCl3 is a halide perovskite ceramic compound composed of cesium, germanium, and chlorine, representing a member of the lead-free perovskite family that has attracted significant research attention. This material is primarily investigated for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where its direct bandgap and ionic conductivity properties make it a candidate for next-generation solar cells, light-emitting devices, and radiation detection systems. As a research-stage compound rather than a mature commercial material, CsGeCl3 is notable for avoiding the toxicity concerns associated with lead-based perovskites while maintaining semiconductor functionality, though stability and efficiency optimization remain active areas of development.

perovskite solar cellslead-free semiconductorsoptoelectronic devicesradiation detectorsphotovoltaic researchhalide ceramics

Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr)
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median of 2 measurements
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Piezoelectric Modulus(eij)
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C/m²——
Piezoelectric Stress Tensor(eij)
Matrix (redacted)
C/m²——
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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