Description

Cyclopentadienyltungsten(II) Tricarbonyl is a highly specialized organometallic compound, CAS NO 12128-26-6, that serves as a critical precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a versatile platform for synthesizing novel tungsten-based complexes and catalysts. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organometallic chemistry, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and materials science, where precise control over metal-ligand interactions is paramount.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for the synthesis of homogeneous and heterogeneous tungsten-based catalysts used in organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a volatile precursor for depositing thin films of tungsten or tungsten carbide coatings on various substrates for electronic and wear-resistant applications.
• Materials Science Research: A fundamental building block for developing new organometallic frameworks, metal-organic complexes, and model compounds for studying metal-carbon bonding.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in laboratories for investigating reaction mechanisms, catalytic cycles, and the development of new synthetic methodologies involving transition metals.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of more complex organotungsten compounds with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentadienyltungsten(II) Tricarbonyl
CAS No.	12128-26-6
Molecular Formula	C8H5O3W
Molecular Weight	348.0 g/mol
Synonyms	(Cyclopentadienyl)tungsten tricarbonyl; Tricarbonyl(η5-cyclopentadienyl)tungsten; CpW(CO)3; Cyclopentadienyltricarbonyltungsten; Tungsten, tricarbonyl(η5-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)-; (Cyclopentadienyl)tricarbonyltungsten
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentadienyltungsten(II) Tricarbonyl is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light must be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (Tungsten Content)	≥ 95% (by elemental analysis)
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., THF, toluene)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.