Description
General description
The Orange Light-Emitting PPV Copolymer, also known as Livilux® PDO-123, is a high-performance conjugated polymer designed for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic applications. With a molecular weight ranging from 340,000 to 1,750,000, this copolymer exhibits excellent light-emitting properties, characterized by a strong emission peak at 409 nm when excited. Its unique structure allows for efficient charge transport and stability, making it ideal for high-quality display technologies. The copolymer is soluble in various organic solvents, enabling versatile processing options for device fabrication.
Application
Features:
Soluble orange light-emitting PPV copolymer.
Excellent reproducibility.
Broad emission spectrum.
High efficiency.
Very low operation voltage.
Very long DC and AC lifetime.
High temperature stability (>100 °C).
Typical performance measured in standard device stack (ITO/PEDOT:PSS 20 nm/PDO-123 80 nm/Ba 6 nm/Ag 150 nm):
Max. efficiency: 5.0 Cd/A.
V_on: 2.0 V.
V at 100 cd/m²: 2.6 V.
V at 1000 cd/m²: 3.3 V.
Max. power eff.: 5.5 lm/W.
External quantum eff.: 3.5%.
CIE1931 at 100 cd/m²: (0.60, 0.40).
DC lifetime at 100 cd/m² at RT: >>25000.
Features and Benefits
Molecular Weight: Average molecular weight between 340,000 and 1,750,000, providing robust mechanical properties suitable for various applications.
Optical Properties: Exhibits strong fluorescence with a maximum emission at λem 409 nm when excited at λex 362 nm, ideal for vibrant display applications.
Thermal Stability: High transition temperature (Tm) of >100 °C ensures stability during processing and application.
Solubility: Soluble in common organic solvents, facilitating easy integration into various formulations and processes.
Versatile Applications: Ideal for use in OLEDs, organic photovoltaics, and other electronic devices, making it a valuable compound across multiple industries.
Enhanced Device Performance: The excellent luminescent properties and efficient charge transport capabilities improve the efficiency and brightness of OLEDs, contributing to higher-quality displays.
Flexible Processing Options: Its solubility in various organic solvents allows for versatile processing techniques, including spin-coating and inkjet printing, reducing production costs and time.
Research and Development Utility: This copolymer is an excellent candidate for researchers exploring new materials in organic electronics, providing a reliable platform for experimentation and innovation.
Preparation Note
5 g/L in toluene for spin-coating.
Special formulation needed for Inkjet.
Preparation of device should be in N₂ atmosphere.
Legal Information
Product of EMD Performance Materials Corp., an Affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Livilux is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
