Synthesis and crystal structure of the bi-metallic hybrid compound {Mn4(2,2′-bipyridine)2Sb4S10}

•Layered bi-metallic hybrid compound•2,2′-Bipyridine ligand separate layers•π–π interactions between ligands•Mn2Sb2S4 heterocubanes as secondary building units

The new bi-metallic inorganic–organic hybrid compound {Mn4(2,2′-bipyridine)2Sb4S10} was synthesized under solvothermal conditions. Its 2D-layered network contains distinct heterocubanes constructed by SbS3 pyramids, MnS6 and MnN2S4 octahedra. The interconnection of these units leads to a layered structure with ellipsoidal rings with pores of dimension 7.8 Å · 8.8 Å.

Graphical abstractThe layers composed of {Mn4(2,2′-bipyridine)2Sb4S10} are arranged in such way that the bipy-ligands are interlocked.Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slide