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Alkylthiol coordination-hydrophobic synergy for high-performance perovskite solar cells

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Lei Wang
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Qichen Zhao *
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Jiang Sheng
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Yuqing Sheng
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Po Sun
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Mengge Li
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Leyu Feng
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Ping Jiang
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Xubing Tang
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Linfeng Lu
DOI:10.1016/j.solener.2026.115010delete
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Abstract

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• Alkylthiols realize chain-length-dependent dual synergy: short chains coordinate Pb²⁺ for defect passivation, long chains build hydrophobic barriers to synchronously upgrade PSC efficiency and stability. • Short-chain EDT realizes bidentate chelation via optimal ∼2.5 Å −SH spacing, delivering 21.30% reverse-scan PCE, ∼90% EQE peak and markedly suppressed device hysteresis. • Long-chain DDT forms a reliable hydrophobic layer; unencapsulated PSCs retain >70% original efficiency after 1080 h at 80% RH (25–35 °C) with superior thermal and photostability. • Alkylthiols boost Spiro-OMeTAD p-type doping, raising conductivity to 10.19×10⁻³ S/cm, eliminating film pinholes and reducing surface roughness to 4–6 nm. • Priced below $0.02/g with simple fabrication and high reproducibility, the additive offers an economical path for industrializing Spiro-OMeTAD-based PSCs.
Keywords:
Spiro-OMeTAD
Organic alkyl thiols
Perovskite solar cells
Stability

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anhui university of technology
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changzhou s.c. exact equipment co.
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