TCI D2134 Dioctadecyldimethylammonium Bis(1,3-dithiole-2-thione-4,5-dithiolato)aurate(III), CAS 120141-26-6, is a metal complex salt that combines a sulfur-rich dithiolate-ligated aurate(III) anion with a long-chain quaternary ammonium cation. This pairing produces a highly distinctive material: the anionic portion supplies a conjugated electronic system that serves as the pathway for charge transport, while the cationic portion, bearing two octadecyl chains, contributes amphiphilic character and solubility in organic solvents. In the laboratory, materials of this type are important research subjects in the study of molecular conductors and molecule-based electronics, where the relationship between molecular structure and electrical behaviour is examined in detail.
The property that makes this material a preferred choice is the ability of the dithiolate ligands to stabilise several oxidation states of the metal centre, so that its redox and conduction characteristics can be studied in depth rather than inferred indirectly. The long alkyl chains on the cation encourage ordered molecular arrangement in thin films, a characteristic that is highly valued in Langmuir-Blodgett film research and in work on organised thin layers. This amphiphilic character also makes it easier to form uniform layers on a substrate, which is an essential requirement for reliable and reproducible measurement work.
In Indonesian laboratories, a material of this kind is used chiefly in university and institutional research settings rather than in routine testing. It typically appears in materials science and physical chemistry groups working on molecular conductors, thin-film deposition, and the electronic characterisation of coordination compounds. Because it is a specialised research chemical, it is normally purchased in small quantities for defined experimental programmes, handled by trained personnel, and stored under conditions that preserve its integrity between experiments.
- Molecular conductor research — the conjugated dithiolate-aurate(III) anion provides the charge-transport pathway required to study conduction mechanisms in molecule-based systems.
- Langmuir-Blodgett film preparation — the two long octadecyl chains give the amphiphilic character needed to build ordered, transferable monolayers and multilayers on substrates.
- Organised thin-film deposition — the amphiphilic structure promotes formation of uniform layers on substrate surfaces, an essential condition for reproducible film-based measurements.
- Redox behaviour studies — the dithiolate ligands stabilise multiple oxidation states of the gold centre, allowing electrochemical and redox properties to be examined thoroughly.
- Molecule-based electronics investigations — combining a conducting anion with an insulating organic cation makes this salt a useful model compound for structure-property correlation work.
| Brand | TCI |
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| CAS number | 120141-26-6 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Materials Science > Electronic Materials > Molecular Conductors |
| Pack sizes | available in research-scale pack sizes; please confirm the current packaging option when ordering |
| Physical form | — |
| Storage | store as indicated on the manufacturer's label and product documentation |
- Chemical class: metal complex salt (quaternary ammonium cation with dithiolate-ligated aurate(III) anion)
Store the container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and sources of heat or ignition, and follow the storage conditions stated on the manufacturer's label. Keep the material in its original container or in a clean, chemically compatible, well-sealed vessel that is clearly labelled with the product name and CAS number. Handle in a fume hood using standard laboratory personal protective equipment: safety glasses, gloves, and a laboratory coat. Avoid generating dust, avoid contact with skin and eyes, and wash hands thoroughly after handling. Because this is a specialised research chemical, consult the supplier's safety data sheet before use and dispose of residues and contaminated materials in accordance with applicable chemical waste procedures.
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