Preparation and characterization of Zn2SiO4: Mn phosphors with hydrothermal methods

Mn2+-doped Zn2SiO4 phosphors had been prepared by hydrothermal method in stainless-steel autoclaves. Effects of synthesized methods, reaction temperature, ambience of heat treatment on the structure and the luminescence properties of this silicate were studied with X-ray diffraction apparatus (XRD), transmission electron microscope (TEM), scanning electron microscope (SEM) and fluorescence spectrum. Results show that Zn2SiO4 nanocrystalline can be obtained by hydrothermal method at relatively low temperatures. The absorption pattern shows an absorption edge at about 380 nm originated from ZnO crystals and two absorption bands at about 215 and 260 nm. Mn2+-doped Zn2SiO4 has a luminescence band with the wavelength at about 522 nm under 255 nm excitation, and the luminescent intensity increases after being heat treated.