PEGdiacrylat
PEG diacrylate, commonly abbreviated PEGDA, is a diacrylate-terminated polyether derived from poly(ethylene glycol). It consists of a PEG backbone with acrylate groups at both ends, enabling rapid, network-forming polymerization when exposed to radical initiators and light or heat. Different PEG chain lengths (reflected in the average molecular weight) yield PEGDA materials with a range of hydrophilicity, swelling behavior, and mechanical properties.
In aqueous or solvent environments, PEGDA is typically water-soluble or highly dispersible, and its polymerization proceeds
Common applications include hydrogel formation for tissue engineering and cell encapsulation, drug delivery vehicles, dental and
Handling considerations include potential irritation from acrylate groups and residual monomer toxicity, so proper purification and
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