AquaFLON® 178G
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Anti-Abrasion AgentSlip Agent
AquaFLON® 178G is a stable aqueous dispersion of a blend of a synthetic wax and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). The AquaFLON® product line is comprised of aqueous dispersions of PTFE or PTFE with wax. These products are designed for stability, pourability and easy incorporation into water-based systems. They are used as additives to provide slip and abrasion resistance.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Product families
Applications
- Furniture Coatings
Product Families
- Surface Modifiers
Other characteristics
- Brand
- AquaFLON
- End Uses
- Clearcoat, Waterborne Coating, Waterborne Ink
- Functions
- Anti-Abrasion Agent, Slip Agent
- Markets
- Paints & Coatings
- Appearance
- White Viscous Liquid
- Coating Type
- Clearcoat
- Waterborne Coating
- Technology
- CASE Ingredients
- Ink and Toner Type
- Waterborne Ink
- Regulatory Status
The components of this product are listed on multiple chemical inventories. For specific information on the applicable chemical inventories, please refer to the product SDS. This product meets the requirements of 21 CFR 175.105, 175.300, 176.170, and 176.180.
- HIGHLIGHTS
- Rub and Abrasion Resistance
- Slip (Low COF)
- Known For
AquaFLON® 178G is used in water-based inks and industrial coatings. AquaFLON® 178G is recommended for both clear and pigmented compositions, at 1-5% of active solids to the total formula weight.
Technical data
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6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Hegman Grind | min. 6.5 | — |
| Non Volatiles | 50 – 54 | % |
| NPIRI Grind | max. 5 | — |
| pH | 8 – 10 | — |
| Viscosity | 3000 – 6000 | cps |
| Weight / Gallon | 9.4 – 9.8 | lbs/gal |
