Synthesis of an ultra-stable metal–organic framework for proton conduction†
Abstract
A new ultra-stable metal–organic framework of Zn3(IBT)2(H2O)2 is synthesized. This MOF not only exhibits good thermal stability but also shows superior chemical stability in terms of water resistance, acid/base tolerance and solvent anticorrosion. In addition, it shows moderate proton-conductive properties with a conductivity of 1.98 × 10−5 S cm−1 at ∼30 °C and 97% RH.