Description

Tetrathiophen-2-Yl-Silane is a high-purity organosilicon compound featuring four thiophene-2-yl substituents bonded to a central silicon atom. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for the synthesis of novel materials with tailored electronic and optical properties. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty polymer sectors for developing next-generation semiconductors and functional coatings.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel π-conjugated molecules and polymers used in Organic Field-Effect Transistors (OFETs) and Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs).
• Photovoltaic Material Development: Used in research and production of donor/acceptor materials for organic and perovskite solar cells to improve charge transport and device efficiency.
• Functional Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific optoelectronic characteristics for sensors and advanced coatings.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D to explore new silicon-based heterocyclic compounds and their structure-property relationships.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Can be utilized to develop novel ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrathiophen-2-Yl-Silane
CAS No.	17940-73-7
Molecular Formula	C20H16S4Si
Molecular Weight	404.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrakis(thiophen-2-yl)silane; Tetrakis(2-thienyl)silane; Silane, tetrakis(2-thienyl)-; 2-Thienylsilane, tetrakis-; Silicon tetrathienyl; Tetrathienylsilane; Tetrathiophene-2-ylsilane; Si(Th)4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetrathiophen-2-Yl-Silane is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of advanced material research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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