Optical and structural properties of PVK/CA/PVK thin films fabricated by spin coating method

AuthorsM. Zamani Babgohari, S.M. Bagher Ghorashib,∗, Gh. Mirjalili
JournalOptik
Paper TypeFull Paper
Published At28 November 2016
Journal GradeISI
Journal TypeTypographic
Journal CountryIran, Islamic Republic Of

Abstract

Polymeric thin films were fabricated by depositing three consecutive PVK/CA/PVK layers
using spin coating method. Deposition parameters such as materials, rotation speed,
rotation time and annealing conditions were determined and optimized to achieve homogenous
and transparent layers. Fabricated thin films contain granular microstructures. X-Ray
refraction pattern of PVK thin film showed that the annealed film was amorphous in 140 ◦C.
Refractive index and extinction coefficient of PVK were determined by transmission spectrum.
Transmission spectrum of samples showed that the layers absorb ultra-violet waves;
and these layers are transparent against visible waves. Annealing the layers causes higher
transparency. Optical band gap of layers was measured 3.5 eV which claims desirable consistency
with recent data.