Description

cis-Bis(Isothiocycanato)-(2,2'-Bipyridyl-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid)-(2,2'-Bipyridyl-4,4'-Dinonyl) Ruthenium(II) is a high-purity, functionalized ruthenium complex designed for advanced materials research and development. This compound is a critical component in the synthesis of next-generation dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other photoelectrochemical devices, where its specific molecular architecture enables efficient light harvesting and charge transfer. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and material scientists in the renewable energy, optoelectronics, and advanced sensor technology sectors.

Application

• Primary Sensitizer in Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Serves as the core light-absorbing dye molecule on semiconductor (e.g., TiO2) electrodes.
• Photoelectrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel photoanodes and photocathodes for water splitting and artificial photosynthesis systems.
• Molecular Electronics: A key building block for constructing molecular wires, switches, and other components in nanoscale electronic devices.
• Luminescent Materials: Investigated for use in light-emitting electrochemical cells (LECs) and as phosphorescent dopants due to its ruthenium-based metal-to-ligand charge transfer (MLCT) properties.
• Catalysis Research: Explored as a precursor or model compound for designing homogeneous photocatalysts for organic transformations.
• Chemical Sensing: Functionalized surfaces incorporating this complex can be engineered for selective optical or electrochemical sensing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-Bis(Isothiocycanato)-(2,2'-Bipyridyl-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid)-(2,2'-Bipyridyl-4,4'-Dinonyl) Ruthenium(II)
CAS No.	502693-09-6
Molecular Formula	C46H56N6O4RuS2
Molecular Weight	918.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ru(dcbpy)(dnbpy)(NCS)2; cis-Diisothiocyanato-bis(2,2'-bipyridyl-4,4'-dicarboxylic acid, 2,2'-bipyridyl-4,4'-dinonyl)ruthenium(II); N719 Analog; Dinonyl-Substituted N719 Dye; C106 Dye Analog; Ruthenium 535-bis(dinonyl); Ruthenium Complex Sensitizer Dye; (cis-Bis(isothiocyanato)bis(2,2'-bipyridine-4,4'-dicarboxylic acid, 4,4'-dinonyl-2,2'-bipyridine)ruthenium(II))
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Quality Control

Every batch of our ruthenium sensitizer dye is synthesized and purified under strict quality-controlled conditions to ensure exceptional lot-to-lot consistency and performance. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC purity analysis, NMR and mass spectrometry for structural confirmation, and elemental analysis, to ensure compliance with research-grade specifications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all analytical results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under subdued lighting where practical. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to black solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., Acetonitrile, DMF, DMSO)
Elemental Analysis	Within theoretical range

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