Zn2 Sn2 Sb4
semiconductor· Zn2 Sn2 Sb4
Zn₂Sn₂Sb₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the family of zinc-tin-antimony materials, which are being investigated as potential alternatives to traditional lead-based thermoelectric and optoelectronic semiconductors. This material is primarily of research interest for its potential in thermoelectric energy conversion and mid-infrared optoelectronic applications, where its layered crystal structure and band gap characteristics may enable efficient thermal-to-electrical conversion or infrared detection without the toxicity concerns of lead-containing competitors.
thermoelectric devicesinfrared detectorswaste heat recoverysemiconductor researchlead-free alternatives
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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