Description

Lead Iron Sulfide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula PbFeS₂, representing a ternary sulfide of lead and iron. This material is valued for its specific semiconducting and thermoelectric properties, which are of significant interest in advanced materials research and development. It serves as a critical precursor and functional component for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of solid-state chemistry, photovoltaic device development, and thermoelectric material synthesis.

Application

• Thermoelectric Material Research: Investigated for its potential in converting waste heat into electrical energy due to its specific crystal structure and electronic properties.
• Photovoltaic and Optoelectronic Devices: Used in the development of novel thin-film solar cells and light-absorbing layers.
• Solid-State Chemistry Studies: Serves as a model compound for studying the structural and electronic properties of complex sulfide minerals.
• Catalysis Development: Explored as a catalyst or catalyst support in certain chemical synthesis processes.
• Advanced Ceramics and Glazes: Can be utilized as a coloring agent or functional additive in specialized ceramic formulations.
• Semiconductor Precursor: Acts as a source material for the deposition of lead-iron-sulfide thin films via techniques like chemical vapor deposition (CVD).

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead Iron Sulfide
CAS No.	85764-81-4
Molecular Formula	PbFeS₂
Molecular Weight	366.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Iron Lead Sulfide; Lead Iron Disulfide; PbFeS₂; Ferrous Lead Sulfide; Galena-Illmanite; Ternary Lead Iron Sulfide; Lead(II) Iron(II) Sulfide
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Quality Control

Our Lead Iron Sulfide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and spectroscopic methods for elemental composition verification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and may react with strong acids/organic solvents. Keep away from incompatible materials and moisture. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert gas such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black crystalline powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure of PbFeS₂
Assay (PbFeS₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Lead (Pb) Content	56.5 - 57.5 %
Iron (Fe) Content	15.0 - 15.5 %
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm (or as specified)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %

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