Bathocuproine (BCP) - Senyawa Organik untuk Riset Material

Bathocuproine (BCP) is an organic compound commonly used in photovoltaic technology and organic electronics for cathode interface layers. The use of BCP shows increased electron extraction, which improves device efficiency.

This compound acts as a chelating agent to detect copper in water samples. If water contains copper, it will leave a blue-green stain due to corrosion.

Bathocuproine specifications

Bathocuproine is a white to green solid material used as an electron transport in solar cells and OLEDs. This compound has the chemical formula C26H20N2.

Other information related to the characteristics and specifications of bathocuproine is as follows:

• Product number: B2694

• Molecular Weight: 360.49 g/mol

• Purity level: 96%-99%

• Melting point: 279 – 283 °C.

• Physical form: powder or solid crystal

• Solubility: soluble in organic solvents such as chloroform and pyridine

• Storage temperature: room temperature <15°C

• Sensitivity: air

How to handle bathocuproine

Referring to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), handling bathocuproine involves the use of PPE and handling procedures to reduce the risk of chemical exposure.

Before using bathocuproine, complete protection with PPE. Use safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, a lab coat, and a respirator mask to protect against dust.

When using bathocuproine for research purposes, do so in a well-ventilated room. Use a fume hood to prevent dust inhalation. Then wash hands thoroughly to remove BCP compounds. Avoid eating and drinking in the laboratory.

If bathocuproine falls on the floor, sweep it up and return it to a closed container. Dispose of it in the designated place or a special place for chemicals.

Application of bathocuproine in the research world

1. OLED material

BCP is widely used in the fabrication of Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) devices. This compound is categorized as an Electron Transport Material or hole blocker to optimize charge injection and movement within OLED devices.

2. Solar cell material

BCP is used for Perovskite Solar Cells (PSC) and Organic Photovoltaics (OPV) technology. In these devices, bathocuproine acts as a carrier transport material to facilitate the transfer of electrical charge with low fabrication costs.

3. Coordination and ligand

BCP has a nitrogen atom that can function as a nitrogen ligand. In the world of chemical research, ligands can bind to metal centers in the synthesis of various metal complexes or catalysts.

4. Purification of electronic materials

The purity level of the bathocuproine reagent has extensive π-conjugation and is sparingly soluble in common organic solvents. This material is often purified by sublimation. High purity levels are used to ensure that OLEDs or solar cells can function optimally.

Bathocuproine is available at AMI Scientific

Bathocuproine is a compound used in industrial and academic research. Together with TCI Japan, we offer a distribution system with a 2-week delivery time. This speed makes your research process more efficient, faster to complete, and publication targets achieved.

Accelerate your research cycle from now. Contact AMI Scientific via this link for consultation and ordering Bathocuproine TCI B2694.