The deposition of magnesium fluoride (MGF2) thin films by chemical bath deposition (CBD) technique: their characterization and applications

Abstract

The Chemical Bath Deposition (CBD) technique was successfully employed in the growth of magnesium fluoride (MgF₂) thin films. The films were characterized and optimized. The characterization included: the optical and solid state properties such as the transmittance (T)/reflectance (R) absorbance (A) spectra which were determined by means of PYE UNICAM SP8-400 and SP3-300 spectrophotometers and deductions therefrom including film thickness. The films revealed high transmittance (-85-98%) in the solar region making them useful for thermal control and anti-reflection coating applications. Thicknesses ranging from -0.16-0.19 μm were obtained.

Nigerian Journal of Physics Vol. 16(2) 2004: 58-62