K2 Bi2 P4 S12

semiconductor
· K2 Bi2 P4 S12

K₂Bi₂P₄S₁₂ is a mixed-metal thiophosphate semiconductor compound combining potassium, bismuth, phosphorus, and sulfur in a layered crystal structure. This is a research-phase material studied for its potential in photovoltaic and optoelectronic applications, where the sulfur-rich framework and bismuth-containing chemistry offer tunable bandgap properties and possible advantages in visible-light absorption compared to conventional semiconductors. Interest in this material family stems from the search for lead-free, earth-abundant alternatives to chalcogenide semiconductors in solid-state devices and thin-film solar technologies.

photovoltaic researchoptoelectronic devicesthin-film semiconductorslead-free alternativesvisible-light absorbersmaterials chemistry research

Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
Pa
Shear Modulus(G)
Pa
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
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Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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