RbCu2SbS3
semiconductor· RbCu2SbS3
RbCu₂SbS₃ is a quaternary chalcogenide semiconductor compound combining rubidium, copper, antimony, and sulfur elements. This material belongs to the family of sulfide-based semiconductors and is primarily investigated in academic and research settings for photovoltaic and thermoelectric applications rather than established commercial production. The compound's potential lies in its tunable band gap, earth-abundant constituent elements (copper and sulfur), and layered crystal structure—making it a candidate for next-generation thin-film solar cells and solid-state energy conversion devices as an alternative to lead-based perovskites and rare-earth-dependent semiconductors.
thin-film photovoltaicsthermoelectric energy conversionoptoelectronic devicesmaterials researchsolar cell developmentsemiconductor research
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?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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