Description

1,2-Bis(Methyldifluorosilyl)Ethane is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring two methyldifluorosilyl groups linked by an ethane bridge. This structure makes it a valuable precursor and building block in advanced materials science, particularly for introducing silicon and fluorine functionalities into polymers and surfaces. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the semiconductor, specialty polymer, and surface coating industries seeking to develop materials with tailored properties such as hydrophobicity, chemical resistance, or specific dielectric characteristics.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a precursor for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes to create thin films containing silicon, carbon, and fluorine.
• Fluorosilicone Polymers: Serving as a key monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of high-performance fluorosilicone elastomers and resins.
• Surface Modification: Used to create hydrophobic, oleophobic, or low-surface-energy coatings on glass, metals, and ceramics.
• Advanced Composite Materials: As a coupling agent or additive to enhance the interface between inorganic fillers and organic polymer matrices.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: An intermediate in the preparation of more complex organosilicon and organofluorine compounds for pharmaceutical or agrochemical research.
• Optical Materials: Potential use in the development of optical fibers or coatings where specific refractive indices are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(Methyldifluorosilyl)Ethane
CAS No.	170381-99-4
Molecular Formula	C4H10F4Si2
Molecular Weight	178.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethane-1,2-diylbis(methyldifluorosilane); 1,2-Ethanediylbis(methyldifluorosilane); Bis(methyldifluorosilyl)ethane; Methyldifluorosilyl Ethane Dimer; Difluoromethylsilyl Ethane Derivative; Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. For 1,2-Bis(Methyldifluorosilyl)Ethane, quality is verified through analytical techniques including NMR, GC, and Karl Fischer titration to confirm identity, purity, and moisture content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request. We adhere to a quality management system to support our commitment to supplying high-purity materials for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, this material must be stored under a dry, inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize volatility and degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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