RbCu3S2

metal
· RbCu3S2

RbCu₃S₂ is an intermetallic compound composed of rubidium, copper, and sulfur, belonging to the family of ternary metal sulfides. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial use, with potential applications in solid-state chemistry and materials science exploring novel electronic or ionic transport properties. The compound's relevance lies in fundamental studies of mixed-metal sulfide systems, where such materials are investigated for emerging technologies including superionic conductors, thermoelectrics, or photovoltaic absorbers, though practical engineering applications remain largely developmental.

experimental solid-state researchionic conductor developmentthermoelectric materials explorationphotovoltaic absorber layersternary sulfide systemslaboratory synthesis and characterization

Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
46.87
GPa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.3200
-
Shear Modulus(G)
22.24
GPa
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Density(ρ)
4.967
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.5910
eV
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr)
15.36
range 10.12–20.60median of 2 measurements
-
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
-87.86
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.00280
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.5415
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.