Synthesis of novel K2Sr(MoO4)2:Sm3+ orange–red phosphors and application to high color rendering index white LEDs

A newly synthesized orange–red-emitting phosphor, K 2 Sr(MoO 4 ) 2 :Sm 3+ , was produced for the first time through high-temperature solid-state synthesis methods. Detailed analysis was conducted on the phase purity, morphology, and luminescence properties of the synthesized phosphors. The K 2 Sr(MoO 4 ) 2 :Sm 3+ phosphors let forth orange–red light when excited at 403 nm because of the 4 G 5/2  →  6 H 9/2 transition. The optimal doping concentration of the K 2 Sr(MoO 4 ) 2 : x Sm 3+ phosphor was found to be x  = 3 mol%. The chromaticity coordinates of K 2 Sr(MoO 4 ) 2 :3 mol% Sm 3+ were (0.617, 0.381) with a corresponding high color purity of 99.8%. This prepared w-LED exhibited an exceptional color rendering index (CRI) of 90, while maintaining a suitable correlated color temperature (CCT) of 5825 K and CIE color coordinates were (0.325, 0.327). Hence, K 2 Sr(MoO 4 ) 2 :Sm 3+ phosphors are desirable options for creating w-LEDs and lighting based on near-ultraviolet (NUV) chips. Their unique properties show significant potential for enhancing the performance of solid-state lighting.