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Afcona 5044

Afcona - 5044 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive designed to enhance the wetting of pigment surfaces and organically treated Bentonites.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
DispersantWetting Agent

Other characteristics

Brand
Afcona
End Uses

2K (2 component) Coating, Baking Paint, Bentonites, Primer, Solventborne Coating, Solventless & High Solids Coating

Functions
Dispersant, Wetting Agent
Compatible Polymers & Resins

Acrylic-Melamine, Acrylics, Alkyds (Long Oil), Alkyds (Medium Oil), Epoxies (EP), Polyurethanes (PU), Unsaturated Polyester (UPE)

Carrier
  • Propylene Glycol Monopropyl Ether
  • Solvent-based
  • Xylene
  • n-Butanol
Markets
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Building & Construction
  • Industrial
  • Paints & Coatings
Appearance
Transparent yellowish to brownish liquid
Shelf LIfe
5 years
Soluble In
Xylene, n-butanol, Monopropyleneglycol
Technology
  • CASE Ingredients
  • Industrial Additives & Materials
Storage Condition

Afcona-5044 should be stored in a cool, dry place.

Addition and Dosage

0.2 - 2.0% based on inorganic pigments; 2.0 - 5.0% based on organic pigments; For Bentonite gels, use 30 - 50% on the Bentonites

Packaging Information
55 lb and 397 lb non-returnable containers.
Coating End Applications
  • 2K (2 component) Coating
  • Baking Paint
  • Primer
  • Solventborne Coating
  • Solventless & High Solids Coating

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Density (at 20°C)0.93 - 0.95g/cm³
Active Ingredients50 - 54%
Amine Value5 -15mg KOH/g
Acid Value25 - 45mg KOH/g
Flash Point25.0°C

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