Description

5,5'-Bis[2-(Trimethylsilyl)Ethynyl]-2,2'-Bipyridine is a highly functionalized bipyridine derivative featuring terminal alkyne groups protected by trimethylsilyl (TMS) moieties. This compound matters as a sophisticated ligand precursor and building block for advanced materials and coordination chemistry, enabling precise molecular engineering. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in organic electronics, catalysis, and supramolecular chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Ligand Synthesis for Transition Metal Complexes: Serves as a precursor for creating rigid, conjugated ligands used in photoluminescent materials and catalysts.
• Building Block for Conjugated Polymers: Used in the development of organic semiconductors for applications in OLEDs, OFETs, and solar cells.
• Molecular Scaffold in Supramolecular Chemistry: Employed to construct rigid-rod spacers and frameworks for host-guest systems and molecular machines.
• Surface Modification and Nanomaterial Functionalization: The alkyne groups allow for "click chemistry" reactions to attach molecules to surfaces or nanoparticles.
• Research & Development of Novel Materials: A key intermediate in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new photophysical and electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5'-Bis[2-(Trimethylsilyl)Ethynyl]-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	187026-85-3
Molecular Formula	C24H30N2Si2
Molecular Weight	402.68 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5'-Diethynyl-2,2'-bipyridine bis(trimethylsilyl) derivative; 5,5'-Bis[(trimethylsilyl)ethynyl]-2,2'-bipyridine; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 5,5'-bis[2-(trimethylsilyl)ethynyl]-; 5,5'-Bis(2-trimethylsilylethynyl)-2,2'-bipyridine; TMS-protected 5,5'-diethynyl-2,2'-bipyridine
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Quality Control

Our 5,5'-Bis[2-(Trimethylsilyl)Ethynyl]-2,2'-Bipyridine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request, supporting your R&D and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.