P3HT
polymerP3HT (poly(3-hexylthiophene)) is a conjugated polymer semiconductor widely used in organic electronics, particularly as the active material in organic photovoltaics (OPVs) and organic field-effect transistors (OFETs). It is valued for its relatively high charge carrier mobility, solution processability, and ability to form ordered crystalline structures when properly annealed, making it a benchmark polymer for flexible and lightweight electronic devices. Unlike traditional inorganic semiconductors, P3HT enables low-temperature, large-area manufacturing on plastic substrates, though it typically offers lower performance and shorter operational lifetime than silicon-based alternatives.
organic photovoltaic solar cellsorganic field-effect transistorsflexible electronics and displaysprinted circuit applicationssensor devicesresearch and development (conjugated polymers)
Compliance & Regulations
?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Elongation at Break(εf) | — | - | — | — | |
Hardness (Vickers)(HV) | — | HV | — | — | |
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | ksi | — | — |
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Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | — | °F | — | — | |
Melting Point / Solidus(Tm) | — | °F | — | — | |
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax) | — | °F | — | — | |
Thermal Conductivity(k) | — | BTU/(hr·ft·°F) | — | — |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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Refractive Index(n) | — | - | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Safety & Biocompatibility
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.