K8 Sn4 Te12
semiconductor· K8 Sn4 Te12
K8Sn4Te12 is a complex telluride semiconductor compound combining potassium, tin, and tellurium in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This material represents an emerging class of chalcogenide semiconductors under active research for thermoelectric and photovoltaic applications, where the combination of heavy elements and tunable band structure offers potential advantages over conventional semiconductors. The compound is primarily investigated in academic and specialized laboratory settings rather than high-volume industrial production, making it relevant for researchers developing next-generation energy conversion devices and solid-state electronic components.
thermoelectric energy conversionsolid-state semiconductorsphotovoltaic researchmaterials research and developmentlow-temperature 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
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