Thermodynamic Properties of Caprolactam Ionic Liquids

A series of caprolactam ionic liquids (ILs) containing incorporated halide anions were synthesized. Their physical properties, such as melting points, heats of fusion and heat capacities, were measured by differential scanning calorimeter (DSC). The results indicate that these ionic liquids exhibit proper melting points, high value of heats of fusion, and satisfying heat capacities which are suitable for thermal energy storage applications.