Application
The purpose of the silane coupling agent is to enhance the compatibility and binding of organic polymers with inorganic fillers such as glass, minerals, and metals in composite materials. Its structure, generally represented as (RO)3-Si-R'-X, includes a hydrolyzable group (RO) that can form strong bonds with filler particles and an organofunctional group (X) that interacts effectively with the polymer matrix. By adjusting the rates of hydrolysis and condensation, the number of hydroxy groups formed from these alkoxy groups can be controlled to achieve the optimal bonding effect, making silane coupling agents crucial in the effective formation and performance of composites.
