S4Fe1Ag2Sn1 is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining sulfur, iron, silver, and tin in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This is primarily a research material rather than a commercial semiconductor; compounds in this family are of interest for photovoltaic, thermoelectric, and optoelectronic applications due to the diverse electronic properties contributed by each constituent element. The combination of Earth-abundant elements (iron, sulfur) with noble metal (silver) and common post-transition metal (tin) makes it attractive for exploring cost-effective alternatives to conventional semiconductors, though its stability, phase behavior, and practical device performance remain active areas of investigation.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 56.17 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5.660 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01320 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2800 | eV/atom | — |