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Afcona 2530

CASE Ingredients Features
Blister ResistanceGood Compatibility
Chemical Family
Polysiloxanes

Afcona - 2530 is an effective defoamer for water-based coating systems with a good relationship between defoaming and compatibility.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Defoamer

Product families

CASE Ingredients — Additives
  • Foam Control

Other characteristics

Brand
Afcona
End Uses

2K (2 component) Coating, Clearcoat, Radiation Curable Coating, Solventborne Coating, Waterborne Coating

Functions
Defoamer
Labeling Claims
Solvent-free
Compatible Polymers & Resins

Acrylic-Melamine, Acrylics, Alkyds, Polyurethanes (PU)

Carrier
Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Appearance
Clear Colorless Liquid
Shelf LIfe
5 years
Soluble In
DPM
Cure
Radiation Cure
Technology
CASE Ingredients
Incorporation

Can be incorporated prior to processing. If added subsequently, good dispersion must be ensured.

Product Features

An effective defoamer and deaerator. Prevents the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application. It has a very good compatibility compared with good defoaming and deaeration properties and therefore it is very suitable for clear coat applications.

Storage Condition
Afcona-2530Should be stored in a cool dry place.
Addition and Dosage

0.2 – 1.0% on total formulation. In general, under normal conditions, the dosage is 0.5% based on total formulation.

Applications

Very universal in use.; Recommended for most of the water-based systems, especially clear applications.; For use in grinding/mill bases Afcona-2502 or Afcona-2503 are better options. Can then be used as a post-additive.

Packaging Information
55 lbs and 397 lbs non-returnable containers.
Coating End Applications
  • 2K (2 component) Coating
  • Clearcoat
  • Radiation Curable Coating
  • Solventborne Coating
  • Waterborne Coating
Certifications and Compliance
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 18001
  • ISO 9001
Compatible Polymers and Resins
  • Acrylic-Melamine
  • Acrylics
  • Alkyds
  • Polyurethanes (PU)

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Density (at 20°C)0.98 - 1.00g/cm³
Refractive Index1.4405 - 1.4425—

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