Nanoscale Vinyl-Functionalized Platform|Precision Tuning of Polymer Performance|High-Compatibility Modifier

Hits: 295 img

Product Positioning

IOTA 66965 is a POSS derivative featuring vinyl functional groups with a well-defined nanoscale cage-like structure. It can be introduced into polymer systems as a monomer, crosslinker, or grafted side group, enabling precise control over material properties. Its application scope spans from general-purpose polymers to high-performance composites, providing nanoscale modification capabilities for material design.

Key Performance Data

Parameter Specification
Appearance White powder
Purity ≥98%
CAS No. 69655-76-1
Molecular Formula C₁₆H₂₄O₁₂Si₈
Molecular Weight 633.03

Functional Features

  • Vinyl group provides defined reactive sites – participates in free radical polymerization, hydrosilylation, and other reactions; achieves permanent modification through chemical bonding

  • Nanoscale cage structure (~1.5 nm) – enables molecular-level dispersion; significantly alters properties at loadings as low as <5%

  • High purity (≥98%) – minimizes interference from impurities, ensuring reliable synthesis and batch-to-batch consistency

  • Organic-inorganic hybrid characteristics – combines the rigidity and thermal stability of siloxanes with the reactivity of organic groups, offering a dual-material advantage

  • Flexible designability – serves as a platform molecule for further derivatization

Typical Applications

Thermoset Resin Modification
Acts as a comonomer or nano-filler in epoxy, polyimide, and other thermosetting systems to increase Tg and decomposition temperature while improving fracture toughness.

UV-Curable Systems
Leverages the photopolymerization activity of vinyl groups; used with acrylates or thiol-ene systems for high-hardness, high-transparency coatings or 3D printing materials.

Dielectric Materials
Nano-scale voids effectively reduce dielectric constant, suitable for high-frequency communications and electronic encapsulation.

Composite Interface Modification
Improves interfacial bonding between fibers (glass, carbon) and resin matrices through chemical bonding, enhancing mechanical performance and durability.

Processing and Usage Recommendations

  • Addition methods: Blend with monomers prior to polymerization, or disperse physically into polymer matrices during processing

  • Dispersion techniques: Solvent-assisted dispersion or melt compounding recommended to achieve nanoscale uniformity

  • Recommended loading: Typically 0.5%–5% (relative to polymer matrix); optimal level determined by experimental evaluation of target properties

Packaging and Storage

  • Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from light

  • Packaging specifications available upon request

Why Choose IOTA 66965?

✅ High purity (≥98%) – minimizes side reactions
✅ Nanoscale size – significant modification at low loadings
✅ Vinyl reactive groups – versatile reaction pathways
✅ Combines inorganic thermal stability with organic processability
✅ Suitable for thermosets, UV-curable systems, dielectrics, composites, and more

For samples, application recommendations, or technical support, please feel free to contact us.

Recommend

    Online QQ Service, Click here

    QQ Service

    What's App