Description

Poly(T-Butyl Acrylate) is a high-purity acrylic polymer derived from tert-butyl acrylate monomer. This compound is valued for its excellent chemical resistance, thermal stability, and ability to impart specific performance characteristics to advanced materials. It is a critical raw material for industrial R&D and production in sectors requiring durable, high-performance polymers. Key users include manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty plastics industries.

Application

• Advanced Coating Resins: Used as a key component in high-performance industrial, automotive, and protective coatings for enhanced weatherability and chemical resistance.
• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): Serves as a modifier to improve tack, peel strength, and aging properties in adhesive formulations.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or comonomer for synthesizing tailored acrylic copolymers with specific glass transition temperatures (Tg) and mechanical properties.
• Lithographic Printing Plates: Employed in photopolymerizable compositions for high-resolution imaging layers.
• Fiber Optic Coatings: Used in coatings that protect optical fibers due to its clarity and environmental stability.
• Impact Modifiers: Incorporated into engineering plastics to enhance toughness and impact resistance.
• Hydrophobic Surface Treatments: Utilized to create water-repellent surfaces on textiles, paper, or other substrates.
• Research & Development: A vital material for academic and industrial R&D in polymer science and material engineering.

Basic Information

Product Name	Poly(T-Butyl Acrylate)
CAS No.	25232-27-3
Molecular Formula	(C7H12O2)n
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	Poly(tert-butyl acrylate); PTBA; Poly(t-butyl acrylate); 2-Propenoic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, homopolymer; tert-Butyl acrylate polymer; Poly(acrylic acid tert-butyl ester); Acrylic acid tert-butyl ester polymer; TBAP
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Poly(T-Butyl Acrylate) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency in molecular weight distribution, purity, and performance characteristics. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal polymer properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Monomer Content)	≤ 0.5%
Molecular Weight (Mw)	Customizable (e.g., 10,000 - 500,000 g/mol)
Polydispersity Index (PDI)	≤ 2.5
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)	~ 40-50°C (Typical)
Residual Solvent	Meets ICH guidelines
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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