10-(2-Phenylphenoxy)decyl Acrylate
10-(2-Phenylphenoxy)decyl Acrylate, identified by CAS 1860787-65-0, is a specialized monofunctional acrylate monomer characterized by its unique molecular architecture. It features a long aliphatic decyl chain that acts as a flexible spacer between the polymerizable acrylate group and a bulky, aromatic 2-phenylphenoxy moiety. This specific configuration allows the material to impart distinct physical properties to copolymer systems, particularly in terms of flexibility and optical performance.
In industrial and research contexts, this chemical is valued for its high refractive index and excellent compatibility with various organic resins. The presence of the biphenyl-derived group enhances the optical density of the resulting polymers, while the long alkyl chain helps in reducing the glass transition temperature and improving the overall toughness of the cured film. It is typically handled as a liquid monomer suitable for radical polymerization processes.
• Utilized primarily as a high refractive index monomer in the formulation of optical coatings and films, where it helps to enhance light management properties in display technologies and lens components.
• Serves as a reactive diluent in UV-curable systems, providing a balance between viscosity reduction and the maintenance of desirable mechanical properties such as impact resistance and flexibility due to its long-chain spacer.
• Employed in the development of specialized adhesives and sealants that require low shrinkage and high moisture resistance, leveraging the hydrophobic nature of the phenylphenoxy and decyl groups.
• Applied in advanced materials research for the synthesis of side-chain liquid crystalline polymers or functional elastomers where precise control over molecular orientation and thermal transitions is required.
Product Name: 10-(2-Phenylphenoxy)decyl Acrylate
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