Silane Compounds

Name:
Silane Compounds
Detailed information:
Gaseous or liquid compounds of silicon and hydrogen (Si_nH_2n+2), analogous to alkanes or saturated hydrocarbons. SiH₃ is called silyl (analogous to methyl), and Si₂H₅ is disilanyl (analogous to ethyl). A cyclic silicon and hydrogen compound having the formula SiH₂ is called a cyclosilane. Organofunctional silanes are noted for their ability to bond organic polymer systems to inorganic substrates.

Hazard:

Dangerous fire risk.

See Silicone; Siloxane.