Fe₁Cu₂Sn₁S₄ is a quaternary sulfide semiconductor compound combining iron, copper, tin, and sulfur elements. This material belongs to the family of mixed-metal sulfides, which are of significant research interest for photovoltaic, thermoelectric, and photocatalytic applications due to their tunable band gaps and abundant constituent elements. While not yet a mainstream commercial material, compounds in this family are being investigated as cost-effective alternatives to conventional semiconductors for energy conversion and environmental remediation, with potential advantages in sustainability and processing flexibility compared to traditional III-V or II-VI semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 9,939.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,660.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00870 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3870 | eV/atom | — |