Adjust band gap of IATO nanoparticles to obtain desirable optical property by one-step hydrothermal oxidation

Antimony-tin-doped indium oxide (IATO) as transparent conducting oxide (TCO) exhibits significant optical property on blocking UV and Infrared(IR) for wavelengths less ∼400 nm and over ∼1400 nm as well as appropriate transmissivity on visible wavelength in our work that can be as an optional idea optical material applying in shielding film or nanocomposite to achieve desired optical application. We have successfully developed an optimal synthesis system which allows for a single hydrothermal oxidation directly synthesizing IATO nanoparticles without high-temperature calcination. These nanoparticles show superior size, crystallinity, agglomeration and are free of intermediates In(OH) 3 and InOOH. We also have demonstrated they give scope to desired optical property as a result of an altered IATO band gap energy. We highlight this approach due to the shortened preparation time, the reduced energy consumption and the decreased chemical usage which dramatically save on production costs and protect environment.