SolGel refers to a chemical reaction that facilitates the growth of colloidal particles, known as 'Sol,' and their subsequent network formation. The precursors used to synthesize these colloids typically consist of a metal or metalloid element surrounded by various reactive ligands.
Various organosilanes can be used in the SolGel, Aerogel, and Xerogel processes, with Alkoxysilanes being the primary group. BRB offers a range of alkoxysilanes suitable for this application.
BRB ALKOXY SILANES
| Product | Chemical name | Formula | CAS no. | Purity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRB Silanil 294 | N-octyltriethoxysilane | (CH3CH2O)3Si-(CH2)7-CH3 | 2943-75-1 | ≥ 95% |
| BRB Silanil 118 | Methyltrimethoxysilane | (CH3O)3Si-CH3 | 1185-55-3 | ≥ 98% |
| BRB Silanil 150 | Propyltrimethoxysilane | (CH3O)3Si-CH2CH2CH3 | 1067-25-0 | ≥ 97% |
| BRB Silanil 203 | Methyltriethoxysilane | (CH3CH2O)3Si-CH3 | 2031-67-6 | ≥ 98% |
| BRB Silanil Si28 | Tetraethoxysilane | (CH3CH2O)4Si | 78-10-4 | ≥ 99% |
| BRB Silanil Si40 | Tetraethoxysilane oligomer | Oligomer | 68412-27-3 | N.A. |
Coatings produced using the SolGel technique offer several key advantages, including:
- Corrosion resistance;
- Scratch protection;
- Heat and UV resistance;
- Easy to clean anti-fingerprint and anti-graffiti properties.
Coatings produced can be applied using a deposit technique that allows for the creation of an extremely thin material layer. This method is widely used in industries such as architecture, automotive, solar energy, and cosmetics.
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