Bromotrioctylsilane is an organosilicon compound commonly used as a surface modifier or coupling agent in various industrial and chemical applications. It works by forming covalent bonds with surfaces such as glass, metals, and ceramics, enhancing their hydrophobicity and improving adhesion properties. This compound is often utilized in the synthesis of functionalized materials, including those in chromatography and as a protective coating in electronic components. Its mechanism involves the reactive bromine atom attaching to surfaces or molecules, while the octyl groups provide hydrophobic characteristics, making it valuable in material science and surface chemistry.
MedKoo Cat#: 145872
Name: Bromotrioctylsilane
CAS#: 68900-90-3
Chemical Formula: C24H51BrSi
Exact Mass: 446.2900
Molecular Weight: 447.66
Elemental Analysis: C, 64.39; H, 11.48; Br, 17.85; Si, 6.27
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 447.66 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 1.15 mL | 5.76 mL | 11.51 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.23 mL | 1.15 mL | 2.3 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.12 mL | 0.58 mL | 1.15 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.02 mL | 0.12 mL | 0.23 mL |
