Abstract
AbstractA macrocyclic azobenzene with unique thermal stability, demonstrating potential for use in optical data storage material is presented: The Z‐isomer of this novel photoswitch exhibits unparalleled thermal stability, with a thermal half‐life surpassing 120 years at 25 °C. This stability is attributed to the strategic fluorination at two ortho‐ and both para‐positions. Comparative analyses involving its non‐fluorinated counterpart, ortho‐only‐fluorinated variant, and open‐chain analog are performed. Employing NMR and UV–vis spectroscopy, X‐ray diffraction, alongside Arrhenius, Eyring, and DFT calculations, revealed insights into its extraordinary stability. Furthermore, when incorporated into poly(methylmethacrylate), this material showcase efficient switching with visible light in the solid state, emphasizing its potential for optical data storage applications.
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