Sn4 Se4
semiconductor· Sn4 Se4
Sn₄Se₄ is a tin selenide compound belonging to the family of IV-VI semiconductors, which are materials with moderate bandgaps and mixed-valence tin chemistry. This material is primarily explored in research and development contexts for optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications, where its layered crystal structure and tunable electronic properties offer advantages over conventional semiconductors. Unlike widespread commercial semiconductors (Si, GaAs), tin selenides represent an emerging material platform investigated for next-generation devices requiring low thermal conductivity, optical transparency in specific spectral regions, or enhanced charge carrier mobility.
thermoelectric energy conversioninfrared optoelectronicsphotovoltaic researchphase-change memory devicessolid-state radiation detectionthin-film semiconductor research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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