Description

Coppergalliumsulphide CAS NO 12158-59-7 is a ternary inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced material science and semiconductor research. This material is valued for its unique optoelectronic properties, which are critical for developing next-generation technologies. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of photovoltaics, thin-film electronics, and infrared detection.

Application

• Thin-Film Solar Cells: As a promising absorber layer material for high-efficiency, low-cost photovoltaic devices.
• Photodetectors & Sensors: For manufacturing infrared (IR) and visible-light sensors due to its tunable bandgap.
• Semiconductor Research: A key compound in the study of chalcopyrite and related semiconductor structures.
• Thermoelectric Materials: Investigated for potential use in converting waste heat into electrical energy.
• Nonlinear Optical Devices: Used in research for frequency conversion and optical limiting applications.
• Catalysis: Explored as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in certain chemical synthesis processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Coppergalliumsulphide
CAS No.	12158-59-7
Molecular Formula	CuGaS₂
Molecular Weight	197.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper gallium sulfide; Copper gallium disulfide; CuGaS2; Gallium copper sulfide; Copper(I) gallium(III) sulfide; Chalcopyrite (CuGaS2); I-III-VI2 semiconductor
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Coppergalliumsulphide is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as elemental composition, phase purity via XRD, and impurity profiles. Specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark crystalline powder or solid
Identification (XRD)	Matches Chalcopyrite (CuGaS2) phase pattern
Purity (Elemental Analysis)	≥ 99.9% (Metals basis)
Copper (Cu) Content	Contact for details
Gallium (Ga) Content	Contact for details
Sulfur (S) Content	Contact for details
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., < 45 μm)
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	< 100 ppm total

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.