Description

Tris[4,4'-Di-tert-Butyl-(2,2')-Bipyridine]Ruthenium(Iii) Dihexafluorophosphate is a high-purity, organometallic coordination complex valued for its exceptional photophysical and electrochemical properties. This compound serves as a critical photoinitiator and catalyst in advanced materials science and synthetic chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photoredox catalysis, and the development of next-generation solar cells and light-emitting devices.

Application

• Photoredox Catalysis: A powerful and versatile catalyst for facilitating challenging organic transformations under mild, visible-light conditions.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Acts as a key sensitizer or redox mediator to enhance light absorption and electron transfer efficiency.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of phosphorescent emitters for efficient electroluminescent devices.
• Electrochemiluminescence (ECL): Employed as a core reagent in highly sensitive bioanalytical assays and clinical diagnostics.
• Polymerization Initiator: Functions as a photoinitiator for controlled radical polymerization processes, such as ATRP.
• Chemical Sensing: Utilized in the design of luminescent sensors for oxygen, ions, or small molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for studying electron transfer mechanisms and developing new photocatalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris[4,4'-Di-tert-Butyl-(2,2')-Bipyridine]Ruthenium(Iii) Dihexafluorophosphate
CAS No.	75777-87-6
Molecular Formula	C60H72F12N6P2Ru
Molecular Weight	1268.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(4,4'-di-tert-butyl-2,2'-bipyridine)ruthenium(II) bis(hexafluorophosphate); Ru(dtbpy)3(PF6)2; Ruthenium tris(4,4'-di-tert-butyl-2,2'-bipyridine) bis(hexafluorophosphate); [Ru(dtbpy)3](PF6)2; Tris(4,4'-di-tert-butyl-2,2'-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II) hexafluorophosphate; Photoinitiator 784; Ru(II) tris-di-tert-butyl bipyridine complex
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Quality Control

Every batch of Tris[4,4'-Di-tert-Butyl-(2,2')-Bipyridine]Ruthenium(Iii) Dihexafluorophosphate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency critical for research and sensitive applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to dark red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
UV-Vis Absorption	Conforms to reference
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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