Monitoring of Vapor-Induced Phase Separation during Spin Coating of PVDF by Optical Scattering

作者:Dawson Noel M*; Atencio Phillip M; Malloy Kevin J
来源:International Journal of Polymer Analysis and Characterization, 2014, 19(7): 585-593.
DOI:10.1080/1023666X.2014.932648

摘要

Solutions of poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) were spin cast under varying relative humidity environments. To elucidate film formation mechanisms, in situ optical scattering was used to monitor the physical processes occurring during spin coating. SEM micrographs and optical scattering taken together show that vapor-induced phase separation (VIPS) is a process that controls morphology during spin coating. Time periods were identified in the optical scattering patterns allowing for real time identification of phase separation for greater process control.

  • 出版日期2014-10-3