Silanebased
Silanebased describes materials derived from silanes, a class of organosilicon compounds containing silicon bonded to hydrogen or organic groups. In practice, the term is used for silane coupling agents, silane primers, siloxane polymers (silicones), and many surface-treatment formulations that form silicon–oxygen–silicon networks upon processing. Silane-based systems are widely used to improve adhesion, moisture resistance, and chemical compatibility across disparate substrates.
Chemistry and processing: Many silane-based systems rely on hydrolysis of alkoxy or halogen substituents (for example,
Applications: used as coatings and sealants for glass, metal, concrete; primers to enhance adhesion of paints
Advantages and limitations: Silane-based materials offer versatile chemistry, good chemical and thermal stability, and can form
Notable forms include alkoxysilanes such as TEOS, silane coupling agents with amino-, epoxy-, or vinyl functionality,