Photoconductivity and performance of Mn2+ and Ce3+ doped ZnS quantum dot detectors

Abstract EN

Mn2+ and Ce3+ Doped ZnS nanocrystals were prepared by a simple microwave irradiation method under mild condition.

The starting materials for the synthesis of Mn2+ and Ce3+ Doped ZnS P nanocrystals were zinc acetate as zinc source, thioacetamide as a sulfur source, manganese chloride and Cerium chloride as manganese and cerium sources respectively (R & M Chemical) and ethylene glycol as a solvent.

All chemicals were analytical grade products and used without further purification.

The nanocrystals of Mn2+ and Ce3+ Doped ZnS P with cubic structure were characterized by X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), the morphology of the film is seen by field effect scanning electron microscopy (FESEM).

The composition of the samples is analyzed by EDS.

The spectral response of Mn2+ and Ce3+ Doped ZnS nanocrystals was studied.

The values of responsively, specific detectivity and quantum efficiency for Ce3+ Doped ZnS are higher than that for Mn2+ Doped ZnS.