Si₂S₆Cu₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining silicon, sulfur, and copper elements, belonging to the family of mixed-metal chalcogenides. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, investigated for its potential in optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications where its bandgap and carrier transport properties could offer advantages in thin-film solar cells or photodetectors. The copper-containing sulfide framework may enable tunable electronic properties and lower processing temperatures compared to conventional silicon-based semiconductors, though commercial viability and large-scale manufacturability remain under development.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.331 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5000 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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