Description

1-Methyldiamantane is a high-purity, synthetic diamondoid compound, a methyl-substituted derivative of the diamond lattice hydrocarbon, adamantane. This unique molecular structure imparts exceptional thermal stability and chemical inertness, making it a valuable advanced material for research and high-tech applications. It is primarily utilized in the development of specialty polymers, advanced lubricants, and as a molecular building block in nanotechnology and materials science. Industrial and academic researchers seeking novel carbon-based frameworks for electronics, coatings, and pharmaceutical intermediates will find this compound of significant interest.

Application

• Advanced Material Research: Serves as a precise molecular scaffold or precursor for developing novel carbon-based nanomaterials and diamond-like carbon (DLC) coatings.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a thermally stable modifier or cross-linking agent to enhance the performance characteristics of high-temperature engineering plastics and specialty resins.
• Lubricant Additives: Investigated for use as an extreme-pressure additive or friction modifier in synthetic lubricants due to its robust molecular structure.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in organic synthesis as a rigid, lipophilic core structure for the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or support framework in the design of novel heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysts.
• Semiconductor Research: Explored as a potential precursor for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes to grow high-quality diamond or diamond-like thin films.
• Analytical Standards: Provides a high-purity reference standard for chromatographic analysis and spectroscopic studies in petrochemical and geochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyldiamantane
CAS No.	26460-76-4
Molecular Formula	C15H20
Molecular Weight	200.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyldiamantane; Methyladamantane (specific isomer); 1-Methylpentacyclo[7.3.1.14,12.02,7.06,11]tetradecane; 1-Methyltetracyclo[7.3.1.14,12.02,7]tetradecane; Diamondoid C15; Trimantanemethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Methyldiamantane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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