Nano-sized Cu6Sn5 alloy prepared by a co-precipitation reductive route

Nano-sized Cu6Sn5 alloy powders were prepared by a co-precipitation reductive route using a hydrothermal method at 80 °C. The nano-size and morphology of the synthesized Cu6Sn5 alloy powders were evaluated by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The obtained morphologies, chemical compositions are comparatively discussed. A variety of synthesis parameters, such as time, capping agent and sort of reductant, has an effect on the morphology of the obtained materials, and will be particularly highlighted.

Graphical abstractIn this study we report the synthesis and characterization of nano-sized Cu6Sn5 alloy by a hydrothermal method. The effect of capping agent, reductant, stoichiometric ratio and time of reaction on the morphology and particle sizes of the Cu6Sn5 alloy has been investigated.Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slide