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  • Materials Science
  • Renewable Energy
  • Photovoltaics

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  • Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) exhibit high conversion efficiencies but suffer from poor operational stability.
  • Device degradation is a major obstacle for the commercialization of PSCs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an effective and practical method to enhance the stability and reliability of PSC devices.
  • To investigate the impact of a novel fluorination process on PSC performance and durability.

Main Methods:

  • A carbon-fluorine-x (C-Fx) protective layer was formed on PSCs using a CF4 plasma treatment.
  • The stability of fluorinated PSCs was evaluated against water, light, and oxygen exposure.
  • Device performance, including morphology and electrical properties, was assessed before and after treatment.

Main Results:

  • The CF4 plasma treatment formed a robust C-Fx layer, significantly improving PSC resistance to environmental stressors.
  • Fluorinated PSCs showed minimal degradation after water immersion and maintained 70% of their initial efficiency after 100 hours of continuous illumination.
  • The treatment preserved the morphology and electrical properties of the Spiro-OMeTAD layer, with a final conversion efficiency of 18.7%.

Conclusions:

  • CF4 plasma treatment is a highly effective method for enhancing PSC stability and reliability.
  • This approach addresses critical challenges for the practical application of perovskite solar technology.
  • The developed technique offers a promising pathway for the commercial viability of PSCs.