Synthesis and characterization of CuInS2 nanostructure by ultrasonic-assisted method and different precursors

This paper reports on the synthesis of CuInS2 nanostructure via an ultrasonic assisted method by employing different sulfur source. Morphology, structure and composition of the obtained products were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX), scanning electron microscope (SEM), infrared (IR) spectrum, and photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy. The effects of ultrasonic irradiation, power and time of irradiation, surfactant, and type of copper source were investigated.

Graphical abstractFigure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights► CuInS2 nanoparticles were synthesized by ultrasonic assisted method. ► CuInS2 nanoparticles obtained after annealing at 350 °C for 1 h. ► The effect of some parameters including ultrasonic was investigated.