Improved photophysical properties and durability of CsPbBr3 NCs endowed by inorganic oxoacid and bromide ions

Abstract

All-inorganic lead halide perovskite nanocrystals (NCs) have been promising candidates in various optoelectrical fields. It is still challenging to further enhance their optical properties and stability to meet the requirements of practical applications. Herein, we develop a passivation strategy towards CsPbBr₃ NCs by using inorganic phosphate and bromide anions. Phosphate can coordinate with lead ions on CsPbBr₃ NCs as capping ligands; meanwhile, excess bromide can strengthen the repair of surface trapping sites. The treated NCs exhibit near-unity quantum yield and boosted radiative recombination. In addition, obvious enhancement has been realized in their durability against polar solvents. A white light emitting diode (WLED) has been fabricated by employing the passivated NCs as a green light source, which possesses high luminous efficiency and operational stability.