Cu2 Sn1 Se4
semiconductor· Cu2 Sn1 Se4
Cu₂SnSe₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the chalcogenide family, specifically a diamond-like structure with potential for optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications. This material is primarily investigated in research settings for photovoltaic devices, infrared detectors, and thermoelectric energy conversion, where its direct bandgap and tunable electronic properties offer advantages over simpler binary or ternary semiconductors. Engineers consider Cu₂SnSe₄ when designing cost-effective alternatives to cadmium-based or lead-based semiconductors, as it utilizes abundant elements and demonstrates promising performance in thin-film device architectures.
thin-film photovoltaicsinfrared detectorsthermoelectric energy harvestingoptoelectronic devicesresearch-stage semiconductors
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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