Isomerically pure electron-deficient anthradithiophenes and their acceptor performance in polymer solar cells

Zhong Li, Yee Fun Lim, Jong Bok Kim, Sean R. Parkin, Yueh Lin Loo, George G. Malliaras, John E. Anthony

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Abstract

Amide functionalized anthradithiophenes (ADTs) play active acceptor roles in polymer bulk-heterojunction solar cells. The first separation of ADT isomers is reported, and the regiochemistry of the ADT has significant impact on crystal packing and solar cell performance. Cell efficiency up to 0.80%, due in large part to high open-circuit voltage (VOC > 1.0 V), is achieved in bulk-heterojunction solar cells comprising syn-ADT and poly(3-hexylthiophene).

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)7617-7619
Number of pages3
JournalChemical Communications
Volume47
Issue number27
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • General Chemistry
  • Ceramics and Composites
  • Metals and Alloys
  • Materials Chemistry
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films
  • Catalysis

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