Remarkable Infrared Nonlinear Optical, Dielectric, and Strong Diamagnetic Characteristics of Semiconducting K 3 [BiS 3 ].

The ternary sulfido bismuthate K 3 [BiS 3 ] is synthesized in quantitative yields. The material exhibits nonlinear optical properties with strong second harmonic generation properties at arbitrary wavelengths in the infrared spectral range and a notable laser-induced damage threshold of 5.22 GW cm -2 for pulsed laser radiation at a wavelength of 1040 nm, a pulse duration of 180 fs, and a repetition rate of 12.5 kHz. K 3 [BiS 3 ] indicates semiconductivity with a direct optical band gap of 2.51 eV. Dielectric and impedance characterizations demonstrate κ values in the range of 6-13 at 1 kHz and a high electrical resistivity. A strong diamagnetic behavior with a susceptibility of -2.73 × 10 -4 m 3 kg -1 at room temperature is observed. These results suggest it is a promising nonlinear optical candidate for the infrared region. The synergic physical characteristics of K 3 [BiS 3 ] provide insight into the correlation of optical, electrical, and magnetic properties.