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Poly(3-butylthiophene-2,5-diyl)

regioregular

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P3BT

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CAS Number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352103
NACRES:
NA.23
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description

p-type semiconductor and hole-injection layer (HIL)

mol wt

Mw 54,000 (typical)

color

black

refractive index

n/D ~1.4-1.67 (Predicted)

solubility

chlorinated solvents: soluble (partially soluble in THF, diethylether)

fluorescence

λex 440 nm; λem 567 nm in chloroform

Mw/Mn

2.3 (typical)

SMILES string

[s]1c(c(cc1C)CCCC)C

InChI

1S/C10H16S/c1-4-5-6-10-7-8(2)11-9(10)3/h7H,4-6H2,1-3H3

InChI key

DUOSBQJOYVIVOR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

General description

Poly(3-butylthiophene-2,5-diyl) (P3BT) is a regioregular conducting polymer known for its excellent electrical and optical properties, making it ideal for various organic electronic applications.[ With a typical molecular weight of 54,000, this polymer serves as a promising donor material in organic photovoltaics (OPVs) and organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).[1][2] P3BT exhibits strong π-π stacking, which enhances charge transport efficiency and stability. Its solubility in chlorinated solvents allows for versatile processing options, including spin-coating and inkjet printing, facilitating the development of high-performance organic electronic devices.[3][4]

Application

Rechargeable battery electrodes, electrochromic devices, chemical and optical sensors, light-emitting diodes, microelectrical amplifiers, field-effect transistors and non-linear optical materials.
P3BT can act as a hole transporting layer (HTL) which can potentially be used in the fabrication of organic field effect transistors (OFETs), chemical sensors, rechargeable batteries and polymeric solar cells (PSCs).

Features and Benefits

  • Regioregular Structure: The polymer exhibits 80-90% head-to-tail regiospecific conformation, enhancing its electrical properties.
  • Molecular Weight: Average Mw of 54,000, providing robust mechanical properties suitable for various applications.
  • Optical Properties: Fluorescence emission at λem 567 nm when excited at λex 440 nm in chloroform, making it suitable for light-emitting applications.
  • Solubility: Soluble in chlorinated solvents and partially soluble in THF and diethyl ether, facilitating easy processing.
  • Stable Performance: Excellent viscosity behavior in organic solvents, ensuring consistent application across different methods. Benefits:
  • Versatile Application: Ideal for use in organic photovoltaics, OLEDs, chemical sensors, and electrochromic devices, making it a valuable compound in the field of organic electronics.
  • Enhanced Charge Transport: The regioregular structure and π-π stacking enable efficient charge transport, leading to improved device performance in applications such as OFETs and OPVs.
  • Cost-Effective Processing: Its solubility in various organic solvents allows for flexible processing techniques, reducing production costs and time.
  • Research and Development Utility: P3BT is an excellent candidate for researchers exploring new materials in organic electronics, providing a reliable platform for experimentation and innovation.

Packaging

Packaged in glass bottles

Other Notes

  • Backbone Tg (Tα): ~45°C
  • Side Chain Tg (TαPE): ~-100°C

Legal Information

Product of Rieke Metals, Inc.
Rieke is a registered trademark of Rieke Metals, Inc.

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refractive index

n/D ~1.4-1.67 (Predicted)

refractive index

-

refractive index

-

refractive index

-

description

p-type semiconductor and hole-injection layer (HIL)

description

-

description

-

description

-

solubility

chlorinated solvents: soluble (partially soluble in THF, diethylether)

solubility

chloroform, methylene chloride, toluene, and THF: soluble

solubility

chloroform, methylene chloride, toluene, and THF: soluble

solubility

-

fluorescence

λex 440 nm; λem 567 nm in chloroform

fluorescence

λex 416 nm; λem 545 nm in chloroform

fluorescence

λex 420 nm; λem 551 nm in chloroform

fluorescence

λex 443 nm; λem 568 nm in chloroform

mol wt

Mw 54,000 (typical)

mol wt

average Mn 30,000, average Mw 70,000

mol wt

-

mol wt

average Mw 50,000-100,000

color

black

color

-

color

red

color

-


Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 3

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

ppe

Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US)



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