Zn₀.₉₄Hg₀.₀₆Te is a mercury-doped zinc telluride compound belonging to the II–VI semiconductor family, engineered for infrared detection applications. This material is used primarily in thermal imaging systems and infrared photon detectors where the mercury dopant narrows the bandgap to extend sensitivity into the mid-infrared spectrum. The mercury telluride alloy system is favored in specialized defense, medical, and scientific instrumentation where room-temperature or modest-cooling infrared sensitivity is required, though it remains a research-grade material with limited commercial commodity use compared to more established IR detector alternatives.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.030 | eV | — |