Fabricación de Nylon 6,10 (Truco del Hilo de Nylon)

Extracción de un hilo continuo de nylon desde una interfaz

Organic Synthesis Intermediate (High School) 30 min ~$18,00

Objetivo

Sintetizar nylon 6,10 en la interfaz de dos soluciones inmiscibles y extraer un hilo continuo del vaso de precipitados.

Antecedentes

The nylon rope trick is a dramatic demonstration of interfacial polymerization. When a solution of hexamethylenediamine (aqueous) is layered with sebacoyl chloride (in hexane), nylon forms at the interface. The polymer film can be continuously pulled out as a thread or rope.

Advertencias de seguridad

  • Hexane is highly flammable — no open flames
  • Sebacoyl chloride is corrosive and moisture-sensitive
  • Hexamethylenediamine is an irritant
  • Work in a fume hood

EPP requerido

goggles gloves lab_coat

Materiales

  • Hexamethylenediamine (3 g)
    Dissolved in 50 mL water
  • Sebacoyl chloride (2 mL)
    In 50 mL hexane
  • Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) (1 g)
    Added to the aqueous layer
  • Hexane (50 mL)
    Solvent for acid chloride

Equipamiento

250 mL beaker Forceps or glass rod Paper towel

Procedimiento

1

Prepare the aqueous solution: dissolve 3 g hexamethylenediamine and 1 g NaOH in 50 mL water in the beaker.

3 min Irritant — avoid contact
2

Carefully layer the sebacoyl chloride/hexane solution on top of the aqueous solution. Do not mix.

3 min Work in fume hood
3

Observe the nylon film forming at the interface between the two layers.

2 min
4

Using forceps, gently pull the nylon film from the center of the interface. A continuous strand should follow.

5 min
5

Wind the nylon strand around a glass rod, continuously pulling from the interface.

10 min
6

Rinse the collected nylon with water and blot dry. Examine the fiber properties.

5 min

Resultados esperados

A continuous strand of nylon can be pulled from the interface for several meters. The polymer is white, slightly elastic, and strong. The reaction continues as long as both reagents are present.

Limpieza

Allow remaining solution to react. Dispose of hexane waste in organic solvent waste. Neutralize the aqueous layer. Rinse all glassware.

Detalles

Categoría
Organic Synthesis
Dificultad
Intermediate (High School)
Duración
30 min
Costo estimado
$18,00
Pasos
6
Materiales
4

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of Fabricación de Nylon 6,10 (Truco del Hilo de Nylon)?
Sintetizar nylon 6,10 en la interfaz de dos soluciones inmiscibles y extraer un hilo continuo del vaso de precipitados.
How difficult is Fabricación de Nylon 6,10 (Truco del Hilo de Nylon)?
This experiment is rated as Intermediate (High School). It takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
What safety precautions are needed for Fabricación de Nylon 6,10 (Truco del Hilo de Nylon)?
Key safety precautions include: Hexane is highly flammable — no open flames; Sebacoyl chloride is corrosive and moisture-sensitive; Hexamethylenediamine is an irritant.
What materials are needed for Fabricación de Nylon 6,10 (Truco del Hilo de Nylon)?
The main materials required are: Hexamethylenediamine, Sebacoyl chloride, Sodium hydroxide (NaOH), Hexane.
What results should I expect from Fabricación de Nylon 6,10 (Truco del Hilo de Nylon)?
A continuous strand of nylon can be pulled from the interface for several meters. The polymer is white, slightly elastic, and strong. The reaction continues as long as both reagents are present.