Description

Dimethylsilane is a highly versatile organosilicon compound, primarily valued for its role as a crucial precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its high volatility and gaseous state under standard conditions make it an essential reagent for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes. This product is critical for manufacturers in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, and specialty chemical industries seeking to deposit high-purity silicon-containing thin films.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a key silicon source for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) of silicon carbide (SiC) and silicon carbonitride (SiCN) thin films.
• Photovoltaics & Solar Cells: Used in the production of amorphous silicon (a-Si) and silicon-based coatings for solar panel applications.
• Protective Coatings: Serves as a precursor for creating hard, wear-resistant silicon-based coatings on various substrates.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or a modifying monomer in the synthesis of specialty silicones and silicon-based polymers.
• Research & Development: Employed in laboratories for the study of organosilicon chemistry and the development of novel materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organosilicon molecules with potential biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethylsilane
CAS No.	1111-74-6
Molecular Formula	C2H8Si
Molecular Weight	60.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Disiloxane, 1,1,3,3-tetramethyl-; 1,3-Dimethyl-1,3-disiloxane; Tetramethyldisiloxane; TMDSO; Dimethylsilane dimer; Hexamethyldisiloxane (common misnomer, verify context); Bis(dimethylsilyl) ether; 1,1,3,3-Tetramethyldisiloxane
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Quality Control

Our Dimethylsilane is produced and handled under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature, cylinders must be secured upright and stored in a dedicated, ventilated gas cabinet. Keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless gas / volatile liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Chloride (as Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.