Description

Ruthenium(2+), Bis(2,2'-Bipyridine-κn1,κn1')(4-Ethynyl-2,2'-Bipyridine-κn1,κn1')-, (Oc-6-33)-, Hexafluorophosphate(1-) (1:2) is a high-purity, organometallic coordination complex featuring a ruthenium(II) center bound to bipyridine ligands, one of which is functionalized with an ethynyl group. This compound matters as a sophisticated photoactive and electroactive material, serving as a critical precursor or active component in advanced material science. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photovoltaics, and molecular catalysis for developing next-generation devices.

Application

• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): As a key component of sensitizing dyes or redox mediators for light absorption and charge transport.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): As an emissive layer dopant or electron transport material in display and lighting technologies.
• Photoredox Catalysis: As a catalyst for driving challenging organic transformations under visible light irradiation.
• Electrochromic Devices: As an active material in smart windows and displays that change color with applied voltage.
• Chemical Sensors: Utilizing its luminescent properties for the detection of specific analytes or environmental conditions.
• Molecular Wires and Conductive Polymers: As a building block for constructing molecular-scale electronic components.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: For fundamental studies in photophysics, electron transfer, and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ruthenium(2+), Bis(2,2'-Bipyridine-κn1,κn1')(4-Ethynyl-2,2'-Bipyridine-κn1,κn1')-, (Oc-6-33)-, Hexafluorophosphate(1-) (1:2)
CAS No.	164357-77-1
Molecular Formula	C32H24F12N6P2Ru
Molecular Weight	889.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Ru(bpy)2(4-ethynyl-bpy)(PF6)2; Tris(2,2'-bipyridine)ruthenium(II) hexafluorophosphate derivative; 4-Ethynyl-2,2'-bipyridine ruthenium complex; Ru(bpy)2(4-ethynyl-bpy)2; Ruthenium(II) tris(bipyridine) complex with ethynyl substituent; Bis(2,2'-bipyridine)(4-ethynyl-2,2'-bipyridine)ruthenium(II) bis(hexafluorophosphate); Light-harvesting ruthenium complex; Photoactive ruthenium polypyridyl complex
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Quality Control

This high-value organometallic compound is produced and handled under strict quality-controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and elemental analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry place. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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