PPG LO-VEL® 6000
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Anti-SettlingGood Color StabilityImproved FlexibilityLow VOCOver-Grind Resistance
- Chemical Family
- Silica
PPG LO-VEL® 6000 silica is a synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide flatting agent designed for use where a Hegman value of 5 to 6 is required. A combination of high flatting at low use levels and ease of incorporation delivers expanded formulation flexibility.
Identification
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Flattener
Product families
Applications
- Consumer Goods — Furniture
- Aerospace Coatings
- Decorative Paints
- Aerospace Coatings
- Decorative Paints Coatings & Stains
- Appliances & Consumer Goods
- Coil Coatings
- Furniture Coatings
- Industrial Coatings
- Metal Coatings
- Primers & Lacquers
- Aerospace & Aviation
Product Families
- Surface Modifiers
Other characteristics
- Brand
- PPG LO-VEL
- End Uses
Radiation Curable Coating, Solventless & High Solids Coating, Varnishes
- Features
Anti-Settling, Good Color Stability, Improved Flexibility, Low VOC, Over-Grind Resistance
- Functions
- Flattener
- Labeling Claims
- Low VOC
- Notes
- *Median particle diameter by laser diffraction.
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Building & Construction
- Consumer Goods
- Paints & Coatings
- Shelf LIfe
- 12 months
- Cure
- Radiation Cure
- Technology
- CASE Ingredients
- Benefits
Improved flatting efficiency resulting in lower silica usage; Especially beneficial in low VOC applications; Provides excellent color stability and color match; Designed for use in one-step and flatting concentrate processes; Resistant to over-grind; Resistant to settling; Mildly acidic
- Storage Condition
To ensure product integrity, we recommend that our silica products be stored under dry, clean conditions, protected against exposure to direct sunlight and other substances, and used within 12 months of the date of manufacture. PPG silica products that are stored for more than one year from the date of manufacture should be tested for moisture content.
- Packaging Information
Standard packaging in small bags are unitized for shipping on pallets and stretch wrapped with clear plastic film. Please consult with customer service or your sales representative regarding additional packaging options including custom package sizes.
- Coating End Applications
- Radiation Curable Coating
- Solventless & High Solids Coating
- Varnishes
- Safety and Health Effects
We recommend that, before use, anyone using or handling this product thoroughly read and understand the information and precautions on the label, as well as in other product safety publications such as the Safety Data Sheet. Any health hazard and safety information contained herein should be passed on to your customers or employees, as the case may be. The products mentioned herein can be hazardous if not used properly. Like all potentially hazardous materials, this product must be kept out of the reach of children.
- Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
- Leather
- Metal
- Vinyl
Technical data
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7 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Particle Size* | 9.5 | μm |
| N₂ BET Surface Area | 720.0 | m²/g |
| DOA - Oil Absorption Number | 270.0 | mL/100g |
| Grind Value | 6.0 | Hegman |
| Moisture Content | max. 5.0 | % |
| Grind Value (Fineness) | 25.0 | μm |
| pH | 5.7 | — |
