Cu3 As1 S4
semiconductor· Cu3 As1 S4
Cu3As1S4 is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining copper, arsenic, and sulfur in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the I-III-VI family of semiconductors and is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established industrial production. The compound is investigated for potential applications in photovoltaic devices, thermoelectric energy conversion, and optoelectronic components where its bandgap and electronic structure may offer advantages over more conventional semiconductors, though practical applications remain limited due to toxicity concerns associated with arsenic and the challenge of scaling synthesis methods.
photovoltaic researchthermoelectric materialsoptoelectronic devicessemiconducting compoundsmaterials science researchthin-film applications
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
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