Dynasylan® MEMO

Dynasylan® MEMO is a methacrylfunctional silane that can be used as adhesion promoter, surface modifier, co-monomer for polymer synthesis and crosslinker. Dynasylan® MEMO is a clear, colorless liquid. It is soluble in alcohols, and aliphatic or aromatic hydrocarbons.

Principal: Evonik Corporation Silanes

Functions: Adhesion Promoter, Co-Monomer, Crosslinking Agent, Sizing Agent, Surface Modifier

Chemical Name: 3- (Trimethoxysilyl) propyl methacrylate

Chemical Family: Methacrylates

End Uses: Casting Resin, Glass Fibers

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylates, Unsaturated Polyester (UPE), Vinyl Esters

Applicable Processes: Resin Manufacturing

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Identification & Functionality

Base Chemicals Functions
Blend
No
CASE Ingredients Functions
Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Composite Materials Functions
Country of Origin
Function
Coupling Agent, Surface Modifier, Adhesive Modifier, Adhesion Promoter, Sizing Agent
Industrial Additives Functions
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM04172
Single Ingredient
Yes
Synonyms
(3-Methacryloxypropyl)trimethoxysilane, (γ-Methacryloxypropyl)trimethoxysilane, [γ-(Methacryloyloxy)propyl]trimethoxysilane, 2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid 3-(trimethoxysilyl)propyl ester, 3-(Methylacryloxy)propyltrimethoxysilane, 3-(Trimethoxysilyl)propyl methacrylate, 3-(Trimethyoxysilyl)propyl methacrylate, 3-Methacryloxypropyltrimethoxisilane, 3-Methacryloyloxypropyltrimethoxysilane, 3-Trimethoxysilylpropyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate, Methacryloyloxypropyltrimethoxysilane, NSC 93591, Trimethoxy(3-methacryloxypropyl)silane, Trimethoxy(3-methacryloyloxypropyl)silane, γ-Methacryloxy propyl trimethoxyl silane
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Industrial Additives End Use
Markets
Applications
Product Applications

Dynasylan® MEMO is used as an adhesion promoter in applications such as:

  • A constituent of glass fiber sizes (glass fiber fillers for unsaturated polyester resins and polyolefins).
  • A finish for glass fabrics used in unsaturated polyester resins.
  • A surface modifier for pigments and fillers for thermosets (unsaturated polyester, MMA), thermoplastics (polyesters and polyolefins) and elastomers.
  • An additive for filled, peroxide-crosslinked elastomers.
  • An additive for casting resins (unsaturated polyester, MMA).

Dynasylan® MEMO is either applied to the inorganic substrate as a pretreatment by dipping, spraying, or coating, or it may be added directly to the resin matrix (additive process). For pretreatment, the silane may be used:

  • Neat
  • Dissolved in an organic solvent
  • Dissolved in a mixture of organic solvent and water for partial hydrolysis
  • Completely hydrolyzed in aqueous solution.

To prepare an aqueous pretreatment solution, approx. 1-5 wt.% Dynasylan® MEMO is dissolved in water that has been adjusted to pH 3-4 with acetic acid. The solution will turn clear when the silane has fully hydrolyzed. The clear solution of Dynasylan® MEMO hydrolysate must be used within 1-2 days, if it turns cloudy again it may no longer be used. In the additive process, Dynasylan® MEMO is mixed with the resin or polymer before or together with the filler. A prerequisite for this method is the compatibility of the silane with the resin since the silane must not react prematurely with the resin.

When used correctly, Dynasylan® MEMO can achieve the following properties, for example in a highly-filled unsaturated resin system:

  • Optimum dispersion of the fillers/pigments.
  • Reduction in settling of the fillers/pigments.
  • A reduction in viscosity and improved flow properties of the resin.
  • Improved mechanical properties of the molded products.
  • Improved resistance of the molded products to boiling water, acids, and alkalis.

Dynasylan® MEMO can be used as monomer during resin synthesis (e.g. latex dispersions). It may partially replace the methacrylf-functional monomers (usually 0.5-3%), but the quantities can go up to 20%. The thus incorporated silane functionality can lead to improved properties in the final application (e.g. coating or sealant) of such resins:

  • Wet adhesion strength.
  • Chemical resistance.
  • Mar resistance.

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Product Reactivity

The alkoxy group of Dynasylan® MEMO hydrolyzes in the presence of water (and a suitable catalyst such as acetic acid) to produce methanol and reactive silanol (Si-OH) groups which can bond to a variety of inorganic substrates. The methacryl groups interacts with the polymer. Examples of suitable inorganic substrates are glass, glass fibers, glass wool, mineral wool, silicic acid, quartz, sand, cristobalite, wollastonite and mica; also suitable are aluminum hydroxide, kaolin, talc, other silicate fillers, metal oxides and metals. Examples of suitable polymers include unsaturated polyester, acrylates and vinyl esters.

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000006
Principal

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

In the unopened container Dynasylan® MEMO has a shelf life of min. 12 months from delivery.

Other

Appearance
Clear colorless liquid
Color (SDS)
Colorless to yellowish
Immiscible In (SDS)
Water
Item Number
Odor (SDS)
Slightly aromatic
Temperature Control
No
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Optical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Refractive Index1.432-DIN 51423 at 20°C, n20/D
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point255.0 °C°CDIN 51356 at 101.3kPa
Density1.04 g/cm³g/cm³DIN 51757 at 20°C
Flash Point110.0 °C°CDIN 51758
Viscosity2.8 mPa.smPa.sDIN 53015 at 20°C
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Autoignition Temperature (SDS)527.0 °F°FEC Method A15 at 1.013.5 - 1.030.7 hPa
Boiling Point (SDS)491.0 °F°FDIN 51356 at 101.3kPa
Density (SDS)1.05 g/cm³g/cm³OECD 109 at 20°C
Flash Point (SDS)230.0 °F°FDIN EN ISO 2719
Freeze Point (SDS)max. -20.0 °C°C
Lower Explosion Limit (SDS)0.9 %(V/V)%(V/V)
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (SDS)2.1-OECD 107 at 21°C, n-Octanol/Water
Specific Gravity (SDS)1.05-OECD 109
Upper Explosion Limit (SDS)5.4 %(V/V)%(V/V)
Vapor Pressure (SDS)max. 0.1 hPahPaat 20°C
Viscosity (SDS)2.8 mPa.smPa.sDIN 53015 at 20°C
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life12.0 momo