Prediction of the stoichiometry of cation radical salts of organic metals by thin layer cyclic voltammetry

Abstract

The detection of mixed valences in organic metals using thin layer cyclic voltammetry is reported. Although mixed valence is recognized as a prerequisite for superconductivity in cation radical salts this is the first report of a method which enables the reliable prediction of the conditions necessary for the production of a suitable cation radical stoichiometry. The method and its application to TTF derivatives are described.