S4Cu6Tl2 is a ternary semiconductor compound combining sulfur, copper, and thallium elements, belonging to the family of chalcogenide semiconductors. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in infrared optics, photodetectors, and solid-state electronic devices where the unique band structure of mixed-metal chalcogenides offers advantages over conventional semiconductors. Its incorporation of thallium—a heavy post-transition metal—may enable distinctive optical properties in the infrared spectrum, making it relevant to specialized sensing and photonic applications where conventional semiconductors (Si, GaAs) are inadequate.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01250 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2620 | eV/atom | — |