Volumetric Properties of the {x(1)[C(4)mim][MeSO(4)] + (1 − x(1))MeOH} System at Temperatures from (283.15 to 333.15) K and Pressures from (0.1 to 35) MPa

Densities of pure 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium methylsulfate, [C(4)mim][MeSO(4)], and its mixtures with methanol have been measured. Measurements were made with an accuracy of ±0.2 kg·m(−3), using a vibrating-tube densimeter, over the temperature and pressure ranges (283.15–333.15) K and (0.1–35) MPa, respectively. The experimental densities for the pure ionic liquid and alcohol have been correlated by the Tait equation. The results for the {x (1)[C(4)mim][MeSO(4)] + (1 − x (1))MeOH} system have been correlated by a van Laar equation involving parameters that are dependent on temperature and pressure. Excess volumes have been obtained directly from the experimental densities, while isobaric expansivities, isothermal compressibilities, and related excess properties were calculated from the correlation equation. Exceptionally strong pressure and temperature influences on these properties were observed. ELECTRONIC SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIAL: The online version of this article (doi:10.1007/s10953-013-0016-8) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.