A simple route for the synthesis of copper nanowires

Abstract

We have synthesized Cu nanowires via a simple process using both thermal evaporation and CuCl powders. In this method, complicated processes and special instruments are not required to synthesize Cu nanostructures. In addition, we have used commercial CuCl powders as a precursor. There have been no reports on the preparation of Cu nanostructures using simple instruments together with a commercial source material as in this study. Cu nanostructures of various morphologies were formed at relatively low temperature. The microstructure of the Cu nanostructures was investigated using HRTEM images and SAD pattern analysis.