Ga1.6Cu0.4S2.6
semiconductor· Ga1.6Cu0.4S2.6
Ga₁.₆Cu₀.₄S₂.₆ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining gallium, copper, and sulfur in a non-stoichiometric composition, belonging to the family of I-III-VI₂ chalcogenides. This material is primarily of research interest for photovoltaic and optoelectronic applications, where mixed-cation sulfide semiconductors are being explored as earth-abundant alternatives to conventional cadmium- or lead-based absorbers. The copper-gallium-sulfide system offers tunable bandgaps and potential cost advantages, though it remains largely in the development phase compared to mature semiconductor technologies.
thin-film photovoltaicssolar cell absorbersoptoelectronic deviceslight-emitting materialsmaterials researchearth-abundant semiconductors
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?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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