Silver nanowire (AgNW) is recognized as a critical material
for
developing the next generation of transparent conductive films (TCFs);
however, poor stability remains a major issue. Herein, we demonstrate
a stable AgNW TCF passivated by a metal–organic framework (MOF)
via a facile solution process. The MOF is chemically bonded to the
surface of the AgNWs as a chemical inhibitor, which contributes to
passivating highly active sites and providing chemical protection,
leading to enhanced resistance to corrosive molecules and thereby
offering exceptional stability under an ambient atmosphere. Simultaneously,
the binding interaction with the MOF anchors silver atoms at the surface
of the nanowires, suppressing their diffusion at high temperatures
and allowing the AgNW film to maintain excellent conductivity up to
300 °C. Additionally, the hydrogen bonding between the MOF and
the substrate, along with the tight connection of the MOF with AgNWs,
improves the welding between the nanowires, enhancing the conductivity
of the AgNW film at mild conditions while offering good flexibility
and adhesion properties. Furthermore, the OLED device integrating
the MOF-modified AgNW electrode shows comparable performance to an
indium tin oxide-based device, verifying its huge potential for applications
in optoelectronic devices.