Synthesis and thermal polymerization of perylene bisimide containing benzocyclobutene groups

Fourfold benzocyclobutene-functionalized perylene bisimide (PBI 4) has been synthesized and its structure was characterized by FTIR, MS and NMR. PBI 4 can react either with itself, or the appropriate dienophiles to form the corresponding products under appropriate temperature. The polymer film obtained from the reaction of PBI 4 with methyl vinyl silicone rubber possessed excellent film forming properties including flatness. The optical properties of PBI 4 and polymer film obtained from the reaction of PBI 4 and methyl vinyl silicone rubber have been determined by UV/vis and fluorescence spectroscopy.

Fourfold benzocyclobutene-functionalized perylene bisimide has been synthesized and its thermal polymerization and optical properties have been investigated.Figure optionsDownload as PowerPoint slide