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Pangel OM4

Chemical Family
Bentonite

Pangel OM4 is a rheological additive for intermediate to low-polarity systems, based on a highly purified bentonite clay. Pangel OM4 shows particularly good performance in aliphatic and aromatic solvents. Pangel OM4 is recommended for both aliphatic solvents and mineral or synthetic oils.

Properties

Physical Form
Powder

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Rheology Modifier

Product families

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction
  • Architectural Coatings
Building & Construction — Building Envelope & Roofing
  • Architectural Coatings
Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings
  • Industrial Coatings
Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings
  • Overprint Varnishes
  • Primers & Lacquers
Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings
  • Overprint Varnishes
  • Primers & Lacquers

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives
  • Rheology Modifiers & Stabilizers
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
  • Other Processing Additives

Other characteristics

Brand
Dar-Tech Pangel
Features

Anti-Settling, Corrosion Resistance, Good Degreasing Performance, Good Leveling, High Sagging Resistance, Improved Rheology

Functions
Rheology Modifier
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Polyesters
Note

** - Measured at production point. Moisture can vary according to relative humidity.

Dosage

The dose of Pangel OM4 varies depending on the type of system and the degree of thickening or other properties desired. Addition levels are typically between 0.2 to 1.5%.

Markets
  • Building & Construction
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Printing & Packaging
PACKAGING
Available in multi-walled 25kg bags
Appearance
White/off powder
Shelf LIfe
3 Years
Key Features

Pangel OM4 is an organobentonite recommended for providing the following properties in solvent-borne systems:; Thixotropic and pseudoplastic effects; Sag control; Excellent leveling; Prevents pigment from long-term storage settling; High viscosity and excellent consistency over a wide range of temperatures.

Technology
  • CASE Ingredients
  • Industrial Additives & Materials
Packaging Type
Bags
Storage Condition
Dry location protected from moisture.
Country Availability
  • Canada
  • USA
Fields of Application
  • Anti-corrosive paints
  • Polyester coatings
  • Primers
  • Industrial finishes
  • Road marking paints
  • Varnished
  • Lubricating greases
  • Bituminous undercoats
Coating End Applications
  • Primer
  • Solventborne Coating
  • Undercoat
  • Varnishes
Compatible Polymers and Resins
Polyesters
Industrial Additives Features
Good Degreasing Performance

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Loss on Ignition (at 1000°C)max. 35%
Moisture Contentmax. 3.5%
Particle Size Distribution (dry sieving residue on 75 μm)max. 2%
Moisture Content**max. 3.5%

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