CAS 125248-71-7
RM82 (also written RM 82 or RM-82) is a C6-spacer mesogenic diacrylate: a difunctional reactive mesogen and liquid crystal monomer. Palica supplies RM82 for liquid crystal elastomer (LCE) formulations, 4D-printed actuators and liquid-crystalline vitrimer research.
≥96.0% purity by HPLC · White powder
Chemical name: 2-Methyl-1,4-phenylene bis(4-((6-(acryloyloxy)hexyl)oxy)benzoate)
Literature name: 1,4-Bis-[4-(6-acryloyloxyhexyloxy)benzoyloxy]-2-methylbenzene
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Use the structural comparison below to shortlist a product, then validate it in the complete formulation.
| Attribute | RM257 | RM82 |
|---|---|---|
| Spacer | C3 | C6 |
| Functionality | Difunctional diacrylate | Difunctional diacrylate |
| Common evaluation areas | PNLCs, aligned LC networks, UV-curable formulations | LCEs, 4D-printed actuators, liquid-crystalline vitrimers |
These products are not drop-in substitutes.
RM82 is commonly evaluated as a difunctional crosslinker in research formulations where mesogenic order and network response must be tuned together.
Formulation fit depends on the co-monomers, alignment route, initiator system and cure conditions. Validate phase behaviour, printability and actuation in the complete formulation.
For practical formulation considerations, see alignment, oxygen inhibition and cure-window control.
Patent notice: Synthesis or use may be covered by third-party patent rights in some jurisdictions or applications. Supply does not include a patent licence; customers should assess freedom to operate for their intended use.
Chemical identity reference: PubChem.
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