A silicone-modified UV-curable pressure-sensitive adhesive initiated by redox-induced bulk polymerization, exhibiting excellent water resistance and aging resistance

In this study, an N, N-dimethyl-p-toluidine/benzoyl peroxide redox initiation system was used to synthesize a series of silicone-modified UV-curable acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) via bulk polymerization. The oxidizing and reducing agents were added separately but simultaneously into a mixture of monomers. The impact of varying monomer content on the PSA's properties, as well as the influence of organosilicon incorporation on water and aging resistance, was evaluated through 180° peel strength and initial adhesion tests. The results demonstrated that the PSA without organosilicon modification exhibited a maximum peel strength of 7.21 N/25 mm and an initial adhesion of 8.41 N/25 mm. Although the introduction of the organosilicon structure reduced both peel strength and initial adhesion, it notably improved the PSA's water resistance and aging resistance. Highlights Synthesis without solvent using redox initiator system. UV-cured system to enhance molecular weight and adhesion. Introduction of silane structure to improve water and aging resistance. Adhesion performance testing on different substrates (PET and BOPP).