K4Sn2Cl12 is a tin-based halide semiconductor compound containing potassium and chlorine, belonging to the perovskite or perovskite-like family of materials currently under investigation in materials research. This composition represents an experimental compound of interest primarily in optoelectronic and photovoltaic research contexts, where tin halides are explored as alternatives to lead-based perovskites for potential environmental and toxicity advantages. Engineers and researchers evaluate such tin halide compounds for their band structure, defect tolerance, and stability characteristics relative to more established semiconductor systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.552 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.529 | eV/atom | — |