Abstract:ABSTRACT:The synthesis, characterization, and polymerization of a perfluoroalkyl ether substituted methacrylic acid (C8F7) were investigated. C8F7 was photopolymerized at different temperatures, higher double-bond conversions being achieved at higher polymerization temperatures. The polymerization rates were fast in comparison with those of typical methacrylate esters. Thermogravimetric analysis of the obtained polymers showed thermal stabilities up to 270 -290°C. The initial degradation at 200°C involved the … Show more
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