Description

3,8-Di(Thien-2-Yl)-1,10-Phenanthroline CAS NO 753491-32-6 is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the phenanthroline class, functionalized with thiophene groups. This molecular structure makes it a valuable electron-transport material and ligand for advanced materials science and electronics. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and coordination chemistry sectors for developing next-generation devices.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as an electron-transport layer (ETL) or host material in emissive layers due to its favorable electron mobility and thermal stability.
• Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs / Solar Cells): Used as an electron acceptor or as a component in the active layer to improve charge separation and device efficiency.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals (e.g., Ru, Ir, Pt) to synthesize complexes for photocatalysis, luminescent sensors, or catalytic applications.
• Chemical Sensors: Employed in the fabrication of fluorescent or electrochemical sensors for detecting metal ions or specific analytes.
• Material Science Research: A key building block for synthesizing novel conjugated polymers and small molecules with tailored optoelectronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in fundamental research to study charge transfer processes, photophysical properties, and new molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,8-Di(Thien-2-Yl)-1,10-Phenanthroline
CAS No.	753491-32-6
Molecular Formula	C22H12N2S2
Molecular Weight	368.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-(1,10-Phenanthroline-3,8-diyl)dithiophene; 3,8-Bis(2-thienyl)-1,10-phenanthroline; 3,8-Di(thiophen-2-yl)-1,10-phenanthroline; DTPhen; 3,8-Di-2-thienyl-1,10-phenanthroline; 3,8-Dithien-2-yl-[1,10]phenanthroline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,8-Di(Thien-2-Yl)-1,10-Phenanthroline is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive optoelectronic applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and Mass Spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged experimental use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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