Zn4 Sn4 O12
semiconductor· Zn4 Sn4 O12
Zn₄Sn₄O₁₂ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor combining zinc and tin oxides in a defined stoichiometric ratio, belonging to the family of transparent conducting oxides (TCOs) and wide-bandgap semiconductors. This compound is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic applications where its dual-oxide structure offers tunable electrical and optical properties compared to single-component oxides like ITO or SnO₂. Engineers consider this material for transparent electronics, photocatalysis, and gas-sensing applications where the synergistic effects of zinc and tin oxidation states can provide advantages in charge transport or light interaction without requiring rare-earth dopants.
transparent conducting electrodesphotocatalytic coatingsgas sensorsoptoelectronic devicesthin-film research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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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