Rb3Ag9Sb4S12

metal

· JVASP-112652· Rb3Ag9Sb4S12

Rb3Ag9Sb4S12 is a complex quaternary sulfide compound combining rubidium, silver, antimony, and sulfur—a material class typically studied for specialized electronic and photonic applications rather than conventional engineering use. This compound belongs to the family of metal sulfides and chalcogenides, which are investigated for potential applications in thermoelectrics, photovoltaics, and solid-state ionics where the combination of metallic and semiconducting character offers functional advantages. Research-stage materials of this type are notable for tunable bandgaps and ionic conductivity pathways that conventional alloys and ceramics cannot easily match, making them candidates for next-generation energy conversion and storage devices.

thermoelectric generatorssolid-state batteries (research)photovoltaic absorbers (experimental)ion conductorsmaterials research & developmentspecialty electronics

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.1779	lb/in³	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	1.608	eV	—
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.000	µB	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.000	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.4333	eV/atom	—

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Regulatory Screening

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Rb3Ag9Sb4S12

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