Growth and characterization of MgF2 added (NH4)2SbF5 single crystals

Single crystals of pure and MgF2 added Di-Ammonium Penta Fluoro Antimonates , an electro optic crystal has been grown by slow evaporation technique. The grown crystals are subjected to single crystal X-ray diffraction, UV-Vis studies, Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) and Microhardness studies. Single crystal X-ray diffraction confirms the crystals belongs to Orthorhombic system.The FTIR spectrum analysis has confirmed the functional groups in the grown crystals. The optical behavior was examined by UV-Vis studies and found that the crystal is transparent in the entire visible region. Microhardness studies reveal the mechanical strength of the grown crystals. The addition of MgF2 makes the surface of the crystal more softer than that of the pure (NH4)2SbF5 crystal.