m-PEG6-thiol
This product is a monofunctional PEG linker with a methoxy end group, a PEG6 spacer, and a terminal thiol group. It specifically enables thiol-based conjugation and functionalization, offering solubility, flexibility, and biocompatibility in bioconjugation and material applications.
Key Features and Benefits
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Thiol Group: Couples with maleimides, haloacetyls, or gold surfaces.
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PEG6 Spacer: Enhances solubility and provides moderate molecular spacing.
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Methoxy End-Cap: Improves stability and reduces nonspecific interactions.
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Versatile Reactivity: Supports bioconjugation, drug delivery, and surface chemistry.
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High Purity: Ensures reproducibility in sensitive workflows.
Applications
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Bioconjugation: Links thiol-reactive biomolecules, peptides, or proteins.
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Drug Delivery: Provides PEG scaffolds with thiol reactivity.
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Probe Development: Builds thiol-functional probes for imaging and diagnostics.
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Material Science: Functionalizes gold nanoparticles, surfaces, and polymers.
Storage and Handling
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Storage: Store at –20 °C in a sealed, light- and moisture-protected container.
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Handling: Use anhydrous solvents such as DMF or DMSO; avoid prolonged exposure to oxidizing conditions.
This product combines a reactive thiol with a PEG6 spacer, specifically offering a soluble and biocompatible linker for conjugation and material science.
AxisPharm offers 5000+ PEG Linkers with high purity. Different kinds of PEG Reagents may be available by custom synthesis.