Li4 Cu2 S4
semiconductor· Li4 Cu2 S4
Li₄Cu₂S₄ is a mixed-metal sulfide semiconductor compound combining lithium and copper in a ternary system, belonging to the family of metal sulfides investigated for electrochemical and photonic applications. This is primarily a research material rather than a commercial commodity, studied for potential use in solid-state ionic conductors, battery electrolytes, and photovoltaic absorber layers due to the dual roles of lithium (ionic transport) and copper (electronic/optical activity). The material is notable in the context of next-generation energy storage and thin-film photovoltaics, where it competes with more established compounds like CZTS and halide perovskites.
solid-state battery electrolytesphotovoltaic absorbersionic conductorsthin-film solar cellselectrochemical energy storage research
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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