1,3,5,7,8-Pentamethyl-2,6-diethylpyrromethene-BODIPY | CAS 131083-16-4

Catalog Number	F01-0048
Category	BODIPY
Molecular Formula	C18H25BF2N2
Molecular Weight	318.219

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BODIPY dyes are used to generate fluorescent conjugates of proteins, nucleotides, oligonucleotides and dextrans, as well as to prepare fluorescent enzyme substrates, fatty acids, phospholipids, lipopolysaccharides, receptor ligands and polystyrene microspheres.

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Synonyms	1,3,5,7,8-Pentamethyl-2,6-diethyl-4,4-difluoro-3a-azonia-4a-aza-4-bora(V)-s-indacene-4-ide
Canonical SMILES	[B-]1(N2C(=C(C(=C2C(=C3[N+]1=C(C(=C3C)CC)C)C)C)CC)C)(F)F
InChI	InChI=1S/C18H25BF2N2/c1-8-15-10(3)17-12(5)18-11(4)16(9-2)14(7)23(18)19(20,21)22(17)13(15)6/h8-9H2,1-7H3
InChIKey	DZSMVBDAUBBZJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Excitation	589
Emission	616
Storage	Store at -20°C

1,3,5,7,8-Pentamethyl-2,6-diethylpyrromethene-BODIPY, commonly known as BODIPY, is a versatile fluorescent dye used across scientific research and industry. Here are four key applications of BODIPY:

Fluorescence Microscopy: Renowned for its bright and enduring fluorescence properties, BODIPY is a staple in fluorescence microscopy. Acting as a labeling agent, it vividly stains cellular structures like membranes, organelles, or proteins, enabling researchers to visualize and monitor biological processes within live cells. With its exceptional photostability and adjustable spectral characteristics, BODIPY elevates image clarity and flexibility in multicolor imaging explorations.

Flow Cytometry: Within the realm of flow cytometry, BODIPY dyes play a pivotal role in labeling antibodies or ligands for the identification and quantification of cell populations. The precise fluorescence emission of BODIPY aids in differentiating target cells from background noise, facilitating crucial tasks such as immunophenotyping, cell sorting, and cell cycle stage analysis in intricate biological samples.

Biosensing: At the forefront of biosensor development, BODIPY dyes are indispensable for detecting an array of analytes ranging from ions to pH levels and biomolecules. By engineering BODIPY dyes to exhibit fluorescence changes upon interaction with specific analytes, researchers can fabricate sensitive and selective sensors. These sensors serve as invaluable tools in biomedical diagnostics and environmental monitoring, offering real-time detection capabilities for enhanced analytical precision.

Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): In the domain of optoelectronics, BODIPY compounds play a crucial role in shaping organic light-emitting diodes, renowned for their efficient luminescence and color manipulation capabilities. These materials contribute to the advancement of high-performance OLEDs with applications in displays and lighting technologies. The customizable emission colors enabled by the tunable properties of BODIPY dyes enhance their versatility in a myriad of electronic devices.