Ca9LiGd0.667(PO4)7:Ce3+, Mn2+ phosphors were synthesized using a solid state reaction method.
Photoluminescence (PL) properties of Ca9LiGd0.667(PO4)7:Ce3+, Mn2+ phosphor have been discussed.
The energy transfer from Ce3+ to Mn2+ in Ca9LiGd0.667(PO4)7 has been studied.
Ca9LiGd0.667(PO4)7:Ce3+, Mn2+ could be a potential red phosphor for UV LEDs and displays.