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We developed an intermediate engineering approach to enhance formamidinium methylammonium lead tri-iodide (FAMA1-PbI3) perovskite solar cells. This method improves phase stability and reduces defects, leading to higher efficiency and durability.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Renewable Energy
  • Solid-State Chemistry

Background:

  • Mixed-cation perovskites, specifically formamidinium methylammonium lead tri-iodide (FAMA1-PbI3), are crucial for high-performance solar cells.
  • Existing fabrication methods for FAMA1-PbI3 often result in poor phase stability and high trap density, limiting device performance and longevity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a facile intermediate engineering approach to enhance the quality of FAMA1-PbI3 perovskites.
  • To investigate the impact of methylammonium chloride (MACl) treatment on perovskite crystallization, charge carrier dynamics, and defect density.
  • To improve the efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells fabricated using this novel method.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-cation perovskite intermediate (FA-MA-PbI3-solvent) was treated with varying concentrations of methylammonium chloride (MACl).
  • The effect of MACl concentration on crystallization kinetics, charge carrier dynamics, and defect density was analyzed.
  • Perovskite solar cells were fabricated using the treated intermediate, and their performance and stability were evaluated.

Main Results:

  • Treatment with 20 mg mL-1 MACl resulted in mixed-cation perovskites with large grain size, uniform morphology, and enhanced crystalline stability.
  • The developed method yielded a perovskite solar cell with a power conversion efficiency of 20.40%, surpassing the non-treated control.
  • The optimized device maintained over 85% of its initial efficiency after 860 hours of operation at room temperature.

Conclusions:

  • Intermediate engineering using MACl is an effective strategy to improve the quality of FAMA1-PbI3 perovskites.
  • The enhanced perovskite films lead to significantly improved solar cell efficiency and operational stability.
  • This facile approach offers a promising pathway for developing stable and high-performance perovskite solar cells.