Tributylchlorosilane is an organosilicon compound widely used as a reagent for surface modification and as a coupling agent in various chemical processes. It functions by reacting with hydroxyl groups on surfaces, forming stable siloxane bonds that enhance hydrophobicity and improve adhesion properties. This makes it valuable in applications such as coating materials, manufacturing of silicone polymers, and as a reagent in chromatography. The mechanism involves the chlorosilane group reacting with surface hydroxyls, replacing the chlorine atom with a covalent bond to the surface, while the butyl groups provide hydrophobic characteristics.
MedKoo Cat#: 145875
Name: Tributylchlorosilane
CAS#: 995-45-9
Chemical Formula: C12H27ClSi
Exact Mass: 234.1600
Molecular Weight: 234.88
Elemental Analysis: C, 61.36; H, 11.59; Cl, 15.09; Si, 11.96
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 234.88 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 |
