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Zn2 In4 S8

semiconductor

· Zn2 In4 S8

Zn₂In₄S₈ is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the I-III-VI family of chalcogenides, combining zinc, indium, and sulfur in a specific stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily investigated in research and development contexts for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where its direct bandgap and crystalline structure make it relevant for light emission, detection, and energy conversion devices. Compared to binary semiconductors like ZnS or In₂S₃, this ternary composition offers tunable electronic properties and potential advantages in solar cells, photodetectors, and light-emitting devices, though it remains largely in the experimental phase for commercial deployment.

thin-film photovoltaicsphotodetectorsoptoelectronic devicessolar cell absorber layerslight-emitting applicationssemiconductor research

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	5,969.2	ksi	DFT · OptB88vdW
Shear Modulus(G)	2,566.2	ksi	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.4646	eV	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.6310	eV/atom	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Zn2 In4 S8

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