Description

Tetra-n-Butyl Ammonium Tris(Trifluoromethyl Sulfonyl) Methide is a high-purity, hydrophobic ionic liquid salt, also known as a methanide anion-based electrolyte. This compound is valued for its exceptional electrochemical stability, high ionic conductivity, and low viscosity, making it a superior component for advanced energy storage and electrochemistry applications. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of lithium-ion battery electrolytes, supercapacitors, and organic synthesis where a non-coordinating, stable anion is required.

Application

• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolytes: As a key conductive salt or additive to enhance ionic conductivity, thermal stability, and cycle life in high-voltage battery systems.
• Supercapacitors & Electrochemical Capacitors: Used in electrolyte formulations to improve energy density and power performance.
• Organic Electrosynthesis: Serves as a supporting electrolyte in non-aqueous media for redox reactions and electrochemical catalysis.
• Ionic Liquid Formulations: Acts as a precursor or component for designing task-specific ionic liquids with tailored properties.
• Polymer Electrolytes: Incorporated into solid or gel polymer matrices for use in flexible or solid-state electronic devices.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a mobile phase modifier or reference standard in advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetra-n-Butyl Ammonium Tris(Trifluoromethyl Sulfonyl) Methide
CAS No.	196958-57-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₆F₉NO₆S₃
Molecular Weight	685.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrabutylammonium Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)methanide; TBATFSM; TBA Methide; Tetra-n-butylammonium Tris(triflyl)methide; [N(C₄H₉)₄][C(SO₂CF₃)₃]; TBA C(SO₂CF₃)₃; Tetrabutylammonium Tris((trifluoromethyl)sulfonyl)methanide
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Quality Control

Our Tetra-n-Butyl Ammonium Tris(Trifluoromethyl Sulfonyl) Methide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and production quality assurance.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Cl⁻)	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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