Cu2NiHgSe4

metal
· JVASP-155386· Cu2NiHgSe4

Cu2NiHgSe4 is a quaternary intermetallic compound containing copper, nickel, mercury, and selenium, representing a specialized metal alloy in the chalcogenide family. This is a research-grade material studied primarily for its potential in thermoelectric and semiconductor applications rather than established industrial use. The compound's notable feature is its multi-element composition, which can enable tailored electrical and thermal transport properties—making it of interest to researchers developing high-efficiency energy conversion or advanced electronic materials, though it remains largely experimental with limited commercial adoption due to mercury's toxicity concerns and processing complexity.

thermoelectric devicessemiconductor researchexperimental energy conversionelectronic materials developmentphase-change materials study

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?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

Export Control

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