Sn0.28Te0.28Pb0.72Se0.72

semiconductor

· Sn0.28Te0.28Pb0.72Se0.72

Sn0.28Te0.28Pb0.72Se0.72 is a quaternary narrow-bandgap semiconductor alloy combining tin, tellurium, lead, and selenium—a member of the lead chalcogenide family widely studied for infrared and thermal sensing applications. This material composition is primarily explored in research contexts for mid-wave and long-wave infrared detectors, where its narrow bandgap enables sensitivity to thermal radiation in the 3–14 μm range. Engineers select lead chalcogenide alloys over alternatives like mercury cadmium telluride when lower toxicity, better lattice matching, or specific thermal stability requirements apply, though applications remain concentrated in defense, aerospace, and specialized instrumentation rather than mainstream commercial products.

infrared detectorsthermal imaging sensorsresearch-phase semiconductorsaerospace instrumentationmilitary sensing systemscryogenic applications

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.1200	eV	—

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Sn0.28Te0.28Pb0.72Se0.72

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