Description

Tris(Trichlorosilyl)Silane CAS NO 62257-60-7 is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a central silicon atom bonded to three trichlorosilyl groups. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable precursor and building block in advanced materials synthesis, particularly for creating complex silicon-based polymers and nanostructures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, specialty polymer, and advanced ceramics industries who require high-purity silicon intermediates for cutting-edge applications.

Application

• Precursor for Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Silicon Nitride (Si3N4) Ceramics: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and polymer-derived ceramic routes to produce high-performance materials for aerospace and electronics.
• Synthesis of Dendritic and Hyperbranched Polysilanes: Serves as a core molecule or branching unit for creating novel polymers with unique optical and electronic properties.
• Surface Modification and Functionalization: The reactive chlorosilyl groups allow for grafting onto oxide surfaces (e.g., silica, glass) to alter surface energy and introduce specific functionalities.
• Intermediate in Organosilicon Chemistry: A key starting material for synthesizing more complex silane coupling agents and functional siloxanes.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Employed in the bottom-up fabrication of silicon-based nanoparticles and nanocomposites.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new silicon-based polymers, networks, and hybrid materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(Trichlorosilyl)Silane
CAS No.	62257-60-7
Molecular Formula	Cl9H3Si4
Molecular Weight	398.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Silane, tris(trichlorosilyl)-; Tris(trichlorosilyl)silane; Tetrakis(trichlorosilyl)methane analog; Silicon(IV) chloride, tris(trichlorosilyl) deriv.; 1,1',1''-Silanetriyltris[1,1,1-trichlorosilane]; (Trichlorosilyl)silane, tris-; Tris(trichlorosilanomethyl)silane (related structure)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Tris(Trichlorosilyl)Silane is produced and analyzed under stringent quality protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for sensitive applications. Our quality assurance includes verification of key parameters such as purity, chloride content, and spectroscopic identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Density (at 20°C)	~1.75 g/cm³

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