Nomex

(C₁₄H₁₀N₂O₂)ₙ

IUPAC: Poly(m-phenylene isophthalamide)

CAS: 25035-37-4

Descripción general

Nomex is a heat-resistant aramid fiber used in firefighter gear, race car driver suits, and electrical insulation. It does not melt or drip when exposed to flame.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 10 1,0080
Carbono C 14 12,0110
Nitrógeno N 2 14,0070
Oxígeno O 2 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×10
4,2%
C
Carbono ×14
70,6%
N
Nitrógeno ×2
11,8%
O
Oxígeno ×2
13,4%

Usos

  • • Firefighter protective gear
  • • Race car driver suits
  • • Electrical insulation
  • • Aircraft components

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ Does not melt, drip, or support combustion in air, carbonizing at 370°C instead

Estructura

SMILES

C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)O)C(=O)O.C1=CC(=CC=C1N)N

Propiedades

Tipo
polymer
Estado
solid
Masa molar
238,24 g/mol
Densidad
1,3800 g/cm³
Solubilidad
insoluble

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
274,0954
TPSA
127,0 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
4
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
6
Enlaces rotables
2
Átomos pesados
20
Complejidad
224,0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nomex?
Nomex ((C₁₄H₁₀N₂O₂)ₙ) is a polymer compound with the IUPAC name Poly(m-phenylene isophthalamide).
What is the molecular weight of Nomex?
Nomex has a molar mass of 238.24 g/mol.
What state is Nomex at room temperature?
Nomex is a solid at room temperature.
Is Nomex organic or inorganic?
Nomex is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Nomex?
Nomex ((C₁₄H₁₀N₂O₂)ₙ) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N), Oxígeno (O).