Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry

Volume 11, Issue 3 (August 2021)

ISSN Print: 2165-6681   ISSN Online: 2165-6711

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Silane Terminated Prepolymers: An Alternative to Silicones and Polyurethanes

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DOI: 10.4236/ojpchem.2021.113003    1,271 Downloads   9,535 Views  Citations

ABSTRACT

Silane terminated prepolymers for adhesives, sealants and coatings are of great industrial importance. They are very important because of their low toxicity over polyurethanes, silicones, and solvent-based products. Hence, many pieces of literature which deal with the synthesis, properties and applications of this Silane terminated polymers hybrid system exist. Silylated polyether (MS polymers) and Silylated Polyurethane Polymers (SPUR) are the bases for numerous sealants, adhesives and coatings used worldwide. A hybrid system mixed with organic-polyurethane proportion and inorganic-alkoxysilane proportion combines the benefits of conventional polyurethane and silicone-based products. This article reviews the chemistry of MS polymers and SPUR and their advantages and disadvantages in silyl terminated prepolymer-based adhesives, sealants and coatings as well as provides information on different end applications.

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Gadhave, R. , Gadhave, C. and Dhawale, P. (2021) Silane Terminated Prepolymers: An Alternative to Silicones and Polyurethanes. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 11, 31-54. doi: 10.4236/ojpchem.2021.113003.

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