An Integrated Liquid Approach To The Synthesis of CdSxSe1-x@ZrSiO4 Ceramic Pigments For Commercial Ink-Jet Printing

Abstract Cadmium selenide sulfide (CdS x Se 1-x ) encapsulated by zirconium silicate (ZrSiO 4 ) (CdS x Se 1-x @ZrSiO 4 ) has been widely considered in ceramic pigments for ink-jet printing but suffer from big particle size and dark hue troubles. Herein, an integrated liquid approach was developed, which gives CdS x Se 1-x @ZrSiO 4 pigment a uniform size, bright and pure red hue, and good wear resistance. This new strategy can effectively control the grain size of the encapsulated pigment from the dispersibility of the sol system, the ratio of material, the sintering conditions, and the selection of raw materials. The developed pigment has been successfully used in ink-jet printing and commercialized. This study paves an integrated liquid approach to improve the compatibility of wear-resistant and bright red CdS x Se 1-x @ZrSiO 4 pigments in ceramic ink-jet printing.