The development of a solution-based SWCNT deposition process, which is simple and low-cost, is strongly demanded. The various methods of solution-based SWCNT deposition including spin coating are:
- Vacuum filtration (VF)
- Spraying
- Dip coating
- Bar coating
- Spin coating
Using Spin Coating For SWCNT Thin Films
Among these methods, the spincoating has been recognized as the most promising process for mass production and industrialization of SWCNT thin films because of the,
- Uniformity of the film
- Ease of thickness control
- Short coating time
- Low-temperature fabrication
- Highly reproducible
The spin coating process is the most effective method for fabricating the SWCNT thin film, because of the lack of appropriate surfactant for dispersion of SWCNTs in solvent.
Ref: DOI 10.1021/nn1009837