Afcona 2020

AFCONA Additives

Afcona 2020 is a silicone-free defoamer designed for 2K (2 component) coatings, including acrylics, alkyds, epoxies, nitrocellulose, polyamides, and polyurethanes. Compatible with various application methods such as airless spray, brush, curtain coating, dipping, drum coating, roller coating, spray, and tumbling, it meets the diverse needs of automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, architectural coatings, floor coatings, wood coatings & finishes, and industrial coatings including coil and furniture coatings.

Brand:

Afcona

End Uses:

2K (2 component) Coating, Coil Coating, Lacquers, Primer, Solventborne Coating, Wood Coating

Functions:

Defoamer

Labeling Claims:

Silicone-free

Compatible Polymers & Resins:

Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies (EP), Nitrocellulose, Polyamides, Polyurethanes (PU), Unsaturated Polyester (UPE)

Carrier:

Solvent-based

Markets:

Automotive & Transportation
Building & Construction
Paints & Coatings

Appearance:

Clear to slightly yellowish liquid

Shelf LIfe:

5 years

Cure:

Chemical Cure

Coating Type:

2K (2 component) Coating
Coil Coating
Lacquers
Primer
Solventborne Coating
Wood Coating

Technology:

CASE Ingredients

Incorporation:

As a strong defoamer, AFCONA-2020 is recommended to be incorporated prior during pre-mix. If added subsequently, good dispersion must be ensured

Physical Form:

Liquid

Storage Condition:

AFCONA-2020 should be stored in a cool and dry place. When kept in an original unopened container, it will keep up for 5 years from the date of manufacture. The expiry date is indicated on the container.

Application Methods:

Air Less Spray
Brush
Curtain Coating
Dip Coating
Roll Coater
Roller
Spray
Tumbling

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Foam Control

Characteristic name	Value	Unit of measurement	Test method
Denisty (at 20°C)	0.78 - 0.82	g/cm³	-
Refractive Index	1.420 - 1.430	-	-
Flash Point	31.0	°C	-