Synthesis and Mesomorphic Properties of the Homologous Series of trans-1,4-Cyclohexane-di-4′-<i>n</i>-Alkoxybenzenes

Abstract

Abstract The homologous Series of trans-1,4-cycolhexane-di-4′-n-alkoxybenzoates in which the alkyl group is C1-C8, C10, C12, C14 and C16 has been prepared by esterification of trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarbonyl chloride with 4-alkoxyphenols. Mesomorphic properties and phase transitions have been determined using polarizing hot-stage microscopy and DSC. A comparison of the data for this series with those for the analogous terephthalic acid diesters gives some insight into the effect of a cyclohexane ring on mesomorphic propertries. Relationships between thermal and x-ray data and structures are discussed.