In8 Bi4 S18
semiconductor· In8 Bi4 S18
In8Bi4S18 is a quaternary chalcogenide semiconductor compound combining indium, bismuth, and sulfur in a layered crystal structure. This material belongs to the family of mixed-metal sulfides being investigated for thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications, where its layered architecture and narrow bandgap make it potentially valuable for energy conversion devices operating at moderate temperatures. While primarily a research-phase compound rather than established in high-volume production, materials in this chemical family are attracting attention as alternatives to lead-based thermoelectrics and as candidates for photovoltaic absorbers in specialized energy applications.
thermoelectric energy conversionlayered semiconductor researchphotovoltaic absorber layerslow-temperature power generationoptoelectronic devicesmaterials screening for sustainable electronics
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
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