Li2FeF5

Li2FeF5 is a wide-band-gap insulating fluoride compound that is thermodynamically stable enough to be a candidate for experimental synthesis.

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Crystal structure of Li2FeF5
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Li2FeF5

Li2FeF5 is an insulating fluoride material characterized by a wide electronic band gap. As a compound residing near the thermodynamic hull, it represents a promising candidate for experimental synthesis and structural investigation within the broader landscape of lithium-iron-fluorine systems. Its electronic nature makes it an interesting subject for studies focusing on dielectric properties and ionic transport mechanisms. Given the significant number of reported structures associated with this composition, it remains a focal point for researchers exploring the diversity of lithium-based fluoride frameworks. The material's stability profile suggests that it can be reliably accessed under controlled synthesis conditions, providing a stable platform for characterizing its unique lattice arrangements and potential electrochemical utility.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Li2FeF5, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.04–3.85 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.012 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

24
3 databases, 9 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Li2FeF5 is used.

Solid-state electrolyte researchDielectric material developmentFundamental condensed matter physics
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Li2FeF5, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Li2FeF5?

Li2FeF5 is a wide-band-gap insulating fluoride compound that is thermodynamically stable enough to be a candidate for experimental synthesis.

More questions
What is Li2FeF5 used for?
Li2FeF5 is used in solid-state electrolyte research, dielectric material development, and fundamental condensed matter physics.
What is the band gap of Li2FeF5?
Li2FeF5 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.04–3.85 eV across 24 reported structures.
Is Li2FeF5 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 3.85 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is Li2FeF5 thermodynamically stable?
Li2FeF5 has a lowest energy above hull of 0.012 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of Li2FeF5 are known?
24 structures of Li2FeF5 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 9 distinct space groups.
What elements does Li2FeF5 contain?
Li2FeF5 contains F, Fe, and Li (3 elements).
Where does the data for Li2FeF5 come from?
Li2FeF5 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct lithium-iron-fluoride, Li2FeF5 occupies a unique position in materials science where its structural flexibility allows for multiple configurations. Unlike more common binary fluorides, this ternary system offers a more complex coordination environment for iron, which is essential for tailoring the electronic properties of insulating materials in this class.

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

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