| Product name | Poly(3,3,3-trifluoropropylmethylsiloxane) |
| Synonym | DOW CORNING FS CHEMICALLY INERT FLUID； fluorosiliconeoil; poly(trifluoropropyl(methyl)siloxane)àreclasser; SiloxanesandSilicones,Me3,3,3-trifluoropropyl; SILICONEDC550FORGASCHROMATOGRAPHY;POLY(METHYL(333-TRIFLChemicalbookUOROPROPYL)-; Poly(3,3,3-trifluoropropylmethylsiloxane) |
| CAS NO. | 63148-56-1 |
| Appearance | transparent viscous liquid |
| Viscosity | 80-150,000(Customization is available.) |
| MF | (C4H7F3OSi)n |
| Hydroxyl content, % | 0.1-7% |
| Related categories | Catalysts and additives |
| Structural formula |  |
| Product Manager Email | sophia@coreychem.com |
Introduction to Poly(3,3,3-trifluoropropylmethylsiloxane)
Poly(3,3,3-trifluoropropylmethylsiloxane) is a fluorinated organosilicon polymer that has attracted widespread attention in various industrial fields due to its unique chemical structure and excellent comprehensive properties.
Chemical Structure and Basic Properties
The main chain of this polymer consists of silicon-oxygen bonds (Si-O), while the side chains contain both methyl and trifluoropropyl groups, with the chemical formula (C₄H₇F₃OSi)n. This combination gives it both the flexibility of organosilicon and the stability of fluorinated compounds.
Typical physical properties include: density of approximately 1.28 g/cm³, melting point as low as -47°C, flash point as high as 315°C, and refractive index of approximately 1.381. It typically appears as a colorless or pale yellow transparent viscous liquid.
Key Features and Applications
The most prominent properties of Poly(3,3,3-trifluoropropylmethylsiloxane) include: Excellent chemical stability: resistant to oils, solvents, and chemical corrosion.
Excellent thermal stability: Its high flash point means it maintains stable performance even at high temperatures.
Low surface tension and water repellency: This gives it excellent water and oil repellency.
Good lubricity.
Main Application Areas
This product not only possesses the typical high and low temperature resistance and fuel resistance of fluorosilicone polymers, but also exhibits significant chemical reactivity.
It is primarily used as an intermediate, molecular weight regulator, and processing aid for fluorosilicone rubber. It can also be used as a main raw material for waterproofing and oil-repellent agents, defoamers, and lubricants. Furthermore, it can be used as an additive in textile auxiliaries, imparting waterproof and oil-repellent properties, as well as excellent slip properties to fabrics.
In summary, Poly(3,3,3-trifluoropropylmethylsiloxane), with its unique chemical structure and resulting comprehensive properties, has evolved from a key intermediate into a highly efficient additive, playing an irreplaceable role in numerous high-performance applications.
Contact information:
Contact: Sophia Li
Email: sophia@coreychem.com
