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Cyclic Silazane Monomers

SILZ-CY-4 — 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8-Octamethylcyclotetrasilazane (OMCTS)

CAS Registry Number: 1020-84-4

SILZ-CY-4 is octamethylcyclotetrasilazane (OMCTS) — a solid, low-molecular-weight cyclic silazane at ≥96% purity with a defined boiling point of 225 ± 2 °C. Like its trimer sibling it feeds ring-opening polymerization toward high-purity polysilazane precursors, and serves PV and semiconductor protective-coating supply chains.

Samples
from 1 kg
MOQ
No strict minimum
Lead time
~14 working days
Documents
TDS · SDS · COA
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Silfluo SILZ-CY-4 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8-octamethylcyclotetrasilazane (omcts)

Product Overview

The tetramer ring and crystalline solid form are the differentiators: a defined melting/boiling window suits purification-by-distillation workflows and processes that meter solids. Ring-opening polymerization from OMCTS gives precursor makers controlled molecular weight from a clean single structure, and blending with methylhydrosilazane opens the Si-C-N ceramic fiber route.

Si-N reactivity carries the same secondary uses as the rest of the line: amine-type curing agent, heat- and weather-resistance modifier for hydroxyl-functional resins, and structure-control additive in silicone and synthetic rubber processing.

Key Benefits

Defined solid tetramer, CAS-listed

White crystalline OMCTS (MW 290–295) with a public CAS number and a sharp 225 ± 2 °C boiling point — friendly to distillation-based purification and QC.

Ring-opening polymerization feedstock

Controlled-architecture route to high-purity polysilazane precursors for electronics-adjacent applications.

Ceramic fiber route

Blended with methylhydrosilazane, OMCTS systems build Si-C-N ceramic fiber precursors.

Resin & rubber modifier

Amine-type curing behavior and heat/weather-resistance upgrades for phenolic, epoxy, alkyd and acrylic systems; proven silicone-rubber processing additive.

Typical Applications

  • PV & semiconductor weather-resistant/self-cleaning coatings
  • Si-C-N ceramic fibers
  • Silicone rubber additive
  • Polysilazane synthesis monomer

Solution guides: Ceramic Precursors & Advanced Ceramics

Technical Data

Coating Performance
Test ItemPerformance IndicatorTest Method
AppearanceWhite crystalline solidGB/T 1721-79
Boiling Point (756 mmHg)225 ± 2 °CGB/T 616-2006
Purity≥96%Q/YX 10-2023
Solid Content (120 ± 2°C)>98%GB/T 1725-2007
Density0.95 ± 0.01 g/mLGB/T 6750-2007
Molecular Weight290–295GB/T 27843-2011
Pencil Hardness (as film)≥2HGB/T 6739-2006
AdhesionGrade 0GB/T 9286-1998
Salt Spray Resistance>500 hGB/T 1771-2007
Application Parameters
Physical FormSolid cyclic tetramer (OMCTS)
Cure BehaviorLow Si-CH₃ reactivity — blend with reactive organosilazanes to thermally cure
Cure @165–250 °C (blended, DFT 5–25 µm)Surface dry 1 h → 0.1 h · full cure 1 h → 0.5 h

Values from the SILZ-CY-4 technical data sheet. Complete TDS with test conditions available on request.

Curing & Processing Guidance

Store and handle dry: the crystalline solid is moisture-sensitive at its Si-N bonds. Melt or dissolve under inert, dry conditions per your process design.

SILZ-CY-4 does not thermally cure alone — blend with reactive organosilazanes for curable systems. Blends follow the 165–250 °C window: surface dry from 1 hour at 165 °C down to about 6 minutes at 200–250 °C, full cure 0.5–1 hour (DFT 5–25 µm reference).

For ring-opening polymerization, we provide starting catalyst systems and conditions matched to your target molecular weight and end-group plan.

Substrate Compatibility

A synthesis raw material first — reactor and formulation compatibility governs. In blended coating duty, conventional metal and ceramic substrates apply after standard surface preparation.

SILZ-CY-4 — Purchasing & Application FAQ

Why choose the solid CY-4 over the liquid CY-3?

Choose CY-4 when its defined boiling point (225 ± 2 °C) fits distillation purification, when solid metering suits your plant, or when the tetramer ring is the preferred monomer for your polymerization architecture. For simplest liquid handling, CY-3 is the pick — many buyers qualify both.

How should SILZ-CY-4 be stored and charged?

Keep the crystalline solid sealed and dry; charge under inert, moisture-free conditions and melt or dissolve per your process. Si-N bonds hydrolyze on moisture exposure, which costs purity.

Is documentation sufficient for semiconductor supply chains?

Each lot ships with TDS, SDS and batch COA at ≥96% purity with a public CAS number. For tighter windows or extended analytics, ask about qualification lots and specification agreements.

TDS / SDS / COA & Samples

Technical Data Sheet, Safety Data Sheet and batch Certificate of Analysis are available for SILZ-CY-4, and a COA accompanies every shipment. Evaluation samples ship with starting-parameter guidance.

Packaging: Available in 1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg sealed containers. Keep dry and tightly closed at all times.

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