Li₂Cu₁Sn₁O₄ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor compound combining lithium, copper, and tin in a spinel-like or related crystal structure. This is primarily a research material being investigated for energy storage and electrochemical applications, particularly as a potential cathode material or solid-state electrolyte component in next-generation lithium-ion and solid-state battery systems. Its appeal lies in combining abundant elements (tin, copper) with lithium to create alternatives to conventional layered oxides, with potential benefits in cost, stability, and ionic conductivity compared to established cathode chemistries.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00550 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.652 | eV/atom | — |