2-(3,4-Epoxycyclohexane)ethyltrimethoxysilane
- CAS No.3388-04-3
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-performance epoxy functional silane coupling agent designed to enhance adhesion and water resistance in sealants, adhesives, and coatings.
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Product Overview
2-(3,4-Epoxycyclohexane)ethyltrimethoxysilane is a specialized epoxy-functional silane coupling agent engineered for superior performance in industrial applications. This colorless transparent liquid serves as a critical bridge between organic polymers and inorganic substrates, providing exceptional adhesion promotion and stability. Unlike standard silanes, this molecule features a cycloaliphatic epoxy group that offers non-yellowing characteristics and stable storage properties, making it ideal for high-end formulations where aesthetics and longevity are paramount.
Our manufacturing process ensures high purity levels, typically exceeding 99 percent, which guarantees consistent reactivity and performance across batches. The methoxy groups facilitate hydrolysis and bonding to inorganic surfaces such as glass, metals, and minerals, while the epoxy functionality reacts with organic resins like epoxies, polyurethanes, and acrylics. This dual reactivity makes it an indispensable additive for formulators seeking to improve mechanical strength and environmental resistance.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Purity (Content) | 99 percent minimum |
| Density | 1.0650 plus or minus 0.0050 g per cm3 |
| Refractive Index | 1.4510 plus or minus 0.0050 |
| CAS Number | 3388-04-3 |
Industrial Applications
This silane coupling agent is extensively used across multiple sectors due to its versatility and effectiveness. In the adhesives and sealants industry, it significantly improves bonding strength to difficult substrates including glass, aluminum, concrete, and various metals. It is particularly effective in polysulfide, polyurethane, epoxy, and acrylic systems, where it enhances water resistance and durability under harsh environmental conditions.
In the electronics sector, this product is utilized to improve the adhesion between epoxy resin and substrates in printed circuit boards and potting compounds. It notably enhances wet electrical properties, ensuring reliability in humid environments. As a surface treatment agent for inorganic fillers, it modifies silica micropowder, glass microbeads, aluminum hydroxide, clay, talc, and quartz powder, improving dispersion and mechanical properties in composite materials.
Furthermore, it serves as a key ingredient in water-based coatings, acting as both an adhesion promoter and cross-linking agent. This results in coatings with superior abrasion resistance, scrub resistance, and overall film integrity. Whether used in construction, automotive, or electronic applications, this silane delivers consistent performance improvements.
Packaging and Storage
To maintain product integrity, we supply this material in standard 200 kilogram iron drums or 1000 kilogram IBC containers. Storage recommendations include keeping the container original and unopened at temperatures below 25 degrees Celsius. Under these conditions, the product maintains a shelf life of one year from the production date. Expired products should undergo quality testing before use to ensure they meet performance specifications. This material is classified as non-dangerous goods, facilitating safer transport and handling logistics.
