Specialty additives for UV curing & polymer protection

Photoinitiators

Photoinitiator PAG-001

Diphenyl(4-phenylthio)phenylsulfonium hexafluorophosphate

Triarylsulfonium PF6 photoacid generator for cationic epoxy curing.

Product Description

PAG-001 is the long-wavelength triarylsulfonium salt whose 4-phenylthio substituent extends absorption to 300–350 nm with strong molar absorptivity. Under UV it liberates hexafluorophosphoric acid, initiating cationic polymerization of epoxides, vinyl ethers and oxetolanes.

Cationic curing brings a 'dark cure' advantage — polymerization continues after exposure — plus near-zero shrinkage and excellent adhesion. Typical loadings are 1–3 wt% in cationic formulations and photoresist systems.

Key Features

  • Long-wavelength sulfonium chromophore with strong absorption
  • Generates superacid for epoxy / vinyl ether cationic cure
  • Dark-cure continuation after exposure
  • Thermally stable, non-volatile solid

Applications

  • Cationic UV epoxy coatings and inks
  • UV adhesives with dark cure
  • Photoresists and electronics packaging
  • Stereolithography cationic resins
  • Vinyl ether systems

Specifications

Photoinitiator PAG-001 — molecular structure
Structural FormulaC24H19F6PS2
CAS No.61856-13-8
Molecular FormulaC24H19F6PS2
Molecular Weight516.51
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
Assay (HPLC)≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying≤ 0.5%

Packaging & Storage

25 kg fiber drum with PE liner. Store cool, dry and protected from light; shelf life 24 months.

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