Synthesis and Luminescence Properties of La2W2O9:Eu3+ Micron-Crystals

Abstract

La2W2O9:2%Eu3+ phosphors were synthesized by a typical hydrothermal procedure. The samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscope (SEM). X-ray diffraction analysis showed that a stock solution pH value equal to 9 is the ideal value, while the crystallization of the hydroxyl sodium yttrium tungstate crystal is improved by increasing the PH values of stock solution within limits. Meanwhile, SEMs of different pH values were recorded. Additionally, photoluminescence excitation (PLE) and emission (PL) spectra were measured. It was found that this phosphor can be effectively excited by C–T band (266 nm) and ultraviolet light 342 nm. The wavelengths at 342 nm fit in nicely with the whole visible region, thus the La2W2O9:2%Eu3+ phosphors emit white light. Furthermore, the annealing temperature’s impact on PLE and PL spectra was also studied. The Eu3+-doped La2W2O9 phosphor may be a better candidate than current method for solid-state lighting applications.