As4Cs4Sn2

As4Cs4Sn2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound used in the exploration of advanced photovoltaic materials.

Crystal structure of As4Cs4Sn2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About As4Cs4Sn2

As4Cs4Sn2 is a semiconducting material characterized by its position on the convex hull, indicating high thermodynamic stability. As a member of the broader perovskite-related family, it is of significant interest for its structural integrity and electronic properties in energy conversion applications. Its distinct composition involving arsenic, cesium, and tin provides a unique chemical environment compared to traditional lead-based systems. This compound serves as a key subject for researchers investigating stable, non-toxic alternatives for next-generation solar energy technologies.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for As4Cs4Sn2, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.77 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

3
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where As4Cs4Sn2 is used.

Photovoltaic researchSemiconductor device developmentEnergy conversion materials
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about As4Cs4Sn2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is As4Cs4Sn2?

As4Cs4Sn2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound used in the exploration of advanced photovoltaic materials.

More questions
What is As4Cs4Sn2 used for?
As4Cs4Sn2 is used in photovoltaic research, semiconductor device development, and energy conversion materials.
What is the band gap of As4Cs4Sn2?
As4Cs4Sn2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.77 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is As4Cs4Sn2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.77 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is As4Cs4Sn2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — As4Cs4Sn2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of As4Cs4Sn2 are known?
3 structures of As4Cs4Sn2 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does As4Cs4Sn2 contain?
As4Cs4Sn2 contains As, Cs, and Sn (3 elements).
Where does the data for As4Cs4Sn2 come from?
As4Cs4Sn2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the halide perovskite photovoltaics class.

Within the diverse landscape of halide perovskite-related materials, As4Cs4Sn2 distinguishes itself through its specific elemental combination, contrasting with the more widely studied CsSnI3 or CsPbBr3. While many members of this class are explored primarily for their optoelectronic performance, As4Cs4Sn2 is notable for its thermodynamic stability, offering a robust structural profile that differentiates it from more volatile or moisture-sensitive perovskite siblings.

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Related Compounds

Other Halide Perovskite Photovoltaics in the database.

Data sources & attribution
  • latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform

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