Abstract
In this study, we attempted to quantitatively interpret the effect of electrodeposition temperature on Cu 2 O film's microstructure, optical and photoelectrochemical properties. Three deposit temperatures (35, 50 and 65 °C) were taken into consideration. Based upon our observations, a general trend was concluded. That is, Cu 2 O films deposited at lower temperature (35 °C) always possessed a high degree of preferential orientation, smaller pyramidal-like crystal size, high photolumminance and a higher carrier concentration. These properties made Cu 2 O films deposited at 35 °C a better photoelectrochemical performance with photocurrent density of -0.22 mA/cm 2 bias -0.4 V vs. SCE. This value is about 35% higher than those Cu 2 O films deposited at higher temperatures. Observed higher photocurrent density is likely due to the intrinsic of a higher charge carrier concentration, and a lower resistance within Cu 2 O crystal and at Cu 2 O/electrolyte interface.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 369-377 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Applied Surface Science |
Volume | 301 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 15 May 2014 |
Keywords
- Electrochemical deposition
- Electroplating temperature
- Photoelectrochemistry