7383-71-3 | 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropyl acrylate

CAS:7383-71-3 | 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropyl acrylate ,Description

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropyl acrylate (TFPA) is an acrylate monomer that has been used in a variety of scientific research applications. It is a highly reactive compound that has been used in the synthesis of polymers for a wide range of applications. TFPA is a versatile monomer that can be used in a variety of synthetic processes, including polymerization, cross-linking, and copolymerization. In addition, TFPA has been used in the production of a variety of polymers, including polyamides, polyurethanes, and polyimides.
 

Scientific Research Applications

Synthesis and Preparation

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropyl acrylate (TFPA) is synthesized by esterification of acrylic acid and 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropanol. Optimized experimental conditions yield a 65-70% product based on theoretical calculations (Wang Yue-chuan, 2004).

Polymer Surface Modification

TFPA is used in modifying the surface properties of poly(tetrafluoroethylene) (PTFE), a clinically relevant material. The adsorption of fluorinated polymers like TFPA onto PTFE substrates enhances surface properties, making them hydrophobic or hydrophilic under different conditions. This process uses techniques like X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy for analysis (Shuko Suzuki et al., 2008).

Reaction with Ethyl Acrylate

TFPA has been involved in reactions with ethyl acrylate to form functionalized enamines and ring-substituted 3,4-dihydro-2H-thiazine-1,1-dioxides. These compounds have potential utility in various chemical syntheses (S. Siry et al., 2014).

Copolymerization in Polyurethane Dispersions

TFPA is utilized in the synthesis of polyurethane-poly(2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropyl acrylate) (PU-PTFPA) triblock copolymer aqueous dispersions. These dispersions demonstrate core-shell structures and altered particle sizes, showing potential in advanced material applications (Guo-quan Zhu, 2007).

Fluorinated Acrylic Copolymers for Coatings

Fluorinated acrylic copolymers, including TFPA, find applications in specialty coatings due to their low surface tension and non-wettability. These coatings are advantageous for their protective ability against atmospheric corrosion and other environmental factors (V. C. Malshe & Nivedita S. Sangaj, 2005).

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