Description

Rhenium Carbonyl is a high-purity organometallic compound, specifically a metal carbonyl complex of rhenium. This material serves as a critical precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, valued for its ability to deposit pure rhenium metal or its oxides under controlled conditions. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, semiconductor, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and the synthesis of novel catalysts.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): As a volatile precursor for depositing high-purity rhenium metal films or rhenium oxide coatings on substrates for electronic and optical components.
• Catalyst Synthesis & Research: A key starting material for preparing homogeneous and heterogeneous rhenium-based catalysts used in specialized organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Surface Coating & Modification: Used to create thin, adherent rhenium-containing layers to enhance surface properties like wear resistance, corrosion resistance, or electrical conductivity.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the development of new alloys, nanocomposites, and intermetallic compounds where rhenium incorporation is required.
• Electronics Manufacturing: For the production of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), thin-film resistors, and electrical contacts where rhenium's high melting point and stability are beneficial.
• Photonics & Optoelectronics: Potential use in the fabrication of specialized coatings for optical and laser applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Rhenium Carbonyl
CAS No.	14285-68-8
Molecular Formula	Re2(CO)10
Molecular Weight	652.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Dirhenium Decacarbonyl; Decacarbonyldirhenium; Rhenium Decacarbonyl; Bis(pentacarbonylrhenium); Rhenium carbonyl (Re2(CO)10); EINECS 238-175-3
EINECS	238-175-3

Quality Control

Our Rhenium Carbonyl is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of advanced materials research and manufacturing. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Re2(CO)10)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	~177°C (dec.)
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., toluene, hexane)
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 10 ppm

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