MgCu2SnS4
metal· JVASP-155437· MgCu2SnS4
MgCu2SnS4 is a quaternary chalcogenide compound belonging to the family of metal sulfides, combining magnesium, copper, and tin in a sulfide matrix. This material is primarily explored in research contexts for photovoltaic and thermoelectric applications, where its semiconductor properties and earth-abundant constituent elements offer potential advantages over conventional materials like cadmium telluride or lead halide perovskites. Its notable appeal lies in the possibility of developing cost-effective, non-toxic alternatives for energy conversion technologies, though it remains largely in the experimental stage and has not achieved widespread commercial deployment.
photovoltaic absorber layersthin-film solar cellsthermoelectric devicessemiconductor researchearth-abundant materials development
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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