Description

Poly(Cyclohexyl Methacrylate) is a high-performance, synthetic polymer derived from the monomer cyclohexyl methacrylate. This material is valued for its excellent optical clarity, high glass transition temperature, and robust chemical resistance, making it suitable for demanding technical applications. It is primarily utilized in industries requiring durable, transparent plastics with superior thermal and dimensional stability.

Application

• Optical Components: Used in lenses, light guides, and display screens due to its high transparency and low birefringence.
• Advanced Coatings: Serves as a key resin in hard, scratch-resistant coatings for electronics and automotive surfaces.
• Specialty Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts durability and chemical resistance in formulations for aerospace and automotive assembly.
• Lithographic Resists: Acts as a photoresist component in microelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing for high-resolution patterning.
• Medical Device Components: Employed in non-implantable medical parts where clarity, sterilizability, and chemical inertness are critical.
• Modifier for Other Polymers: Used to enhance the thermal and mechanical properties of acrylic blends and engineering plastics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Poly(Cyclohexyl Methacrylate)
CAS No.	25768-50-7
Molecular Formula	(C10H16O2)n
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	Poly(cyclohexyl methacrylate); PCHMA; Poly(cyclohexyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate); Cyclohexyl methacrylate polymer; Cyclohexyl methacrylate homopolymer; Methacrylic acid, cyclohexyl ester, homopolymer; PCyHMA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Poly(Cyclohexyl Methacrylate) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure consistency in molecular weight distribution, purity, and key physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as residual monomer content, glass transition temperature (Tg), and inherent viscosity are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain polymer integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or granules
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)	> 100 °C
Inherent Viscosity	0.5 - 2.0 dL/g (typical, solvent dependent)
Residual Monomer	< 0.5 %
Moisture Content	< 1.0 %
Molecular Weight (Mw)	50,000 - 500,000 g/mol (various grades)

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