Er(InS2)3 is a rare-earth indium sulfide compound semiconductor, where erbium cations are incorporated into an indium disulfide host lattice. This is a research-stage material within the broader family of rare-earth chalcogenides, investigated primarily for its potential optoelectronic and photonic properties, particularly in infrared and near-infrared applications where erbium's characteristic emission wavelengths (around 1.5 μm) are valuable. Engineers would consider this material for highly specialized photonics applications where rare-earth-doped semiconductors offer advantages in optical signal processing, but the material remains primarily in development rather than established industrial production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.280 | eV | — |