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PPG LO-VEL® 8100

Chemical Family
Silica

PPG LO-VEL® 8100 flatting agent is high-efficiency flatting agent that is idea for use in a variety of coating systems. Lo-Vel 8100 flatting agent is a synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide, wax-treated silica designed for use where a Hegman value of 6 to 6.75 is required. A combination of high flatting efficiency, resistance-to-settling and heat-age stability provides formulation flexibility and expanded process capability.

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Flattener

Product families

Applications

Applications
  • Consumer Goods — Furniture
Paints & Coatings — Automotive & Transportation
  • Aerospace Coatings
Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction
  • Wood Coatings & Finishes
Automotive & Transportation — Coatings & Finishes
  • Aerospace Coatings
Building & Construction — Flooring & Surfaces
  • Floor Coatings
Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings
  • Appliances & Consumer Goods
  • Coil Coatings
  • Furniture Coatings
  • Industrial Coatings
  • Metal Coatings
Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings
  • Primers & Lacquers
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
  • Aerospace & Aviation

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives
  • Surface Modifiers

Other characteristics

Brand
PPG LO-VEL
End Uses

Clearcoat, Lacquers, Solventborne Coating, Waterborne Coating, Wood Coating

Features

Anti-Settling, Good Color Stability, Good Leveling, Heat Ageing Properties, Over-Grind Resistance

Functions
Flattener
Notes
*Median particle diameter by laser diffraction.
Carrier
  • Solvent-based
  • Water
Markets
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Building & Construction
  • Consumer Goods
  • Paints & Coatings
Shelf LIfe
12 months
Technology
CASE Ingredients
Benefits

High flatting efficiency at a Hegman range of 6 to 6.75; Strong resistance-to-settling; Excellent heat-age stability; Designed for use in solvent, water-based, clear and pigmented coatings; Provides easy dispersion, leveling and smooth finish; Resistant to over-grind; Excellent color stability and color match; Designed for use in one-step and flatting concentrate processes

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
  • Clearcoat
  • Lacquers
  • Solventborne Coating
  • Waterborne Coating
  • Wood Coating
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
  • Fibers & Fabrics
  • Leather
  • Metal
  • Vinyl
  • Wood

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Particle Size*8.0μm
N₂ BET Surface Area175.0m²/g
DOA - Oil Absorption Number215.0mL/100g
Grind Value6.5Hegman
Moisture Contentmax. 5.0%
Grind Value (Fineness)20.0μm
pH6.7—

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