CuZr1.86S4 is a copper-zirconium sulfide compound belonging to the semiconductor family, combining transition metals with chalcogen chemistry. This material is primarily of research and development interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where copper-based sulfides are investigated as potential absorber layers or hole transport materials in thin-film solar cells and related devices. Its notable advantage over conventional semiconductors lies in the abundance and cost-effectiveness of its constituent elements compared to cadmium or lead-based alternatives, though it remains largely in the experimental phase for industrial commercialization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.260 | eV | — |