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Afcona 3522

Chemical Family
Polysiloxanes

Afcona - 3522 is an additive aimed at improving the surface characteristics of water-based coatings.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Emulsion
  • Liquid

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Leveling AgentSlip Agent

Product families

CASE Ingredients — Additives
  • Functional Additives
  • Surface Modifiers

Other characteristics

Brand
Afcona
End Uses

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

Features

Anti-Cratering , Enhanced Surface Smoothness, Good Leveling, Improved Slip, Improved Substrate Wetting, Water Resistance

Labeling Claims
APE-free
Compatible Polymers & Resins

Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies (EP), Polyester - Melamine, Polyurethanes (PU)

Carrier
Water
Appearance
Milky white liquid
Shelf LIfe
2 years
Soluble In
Water
Cure
Radiation Cure
Technology
CASE Ingredients
Incorporation

Afcona-3522 should be added at the end of the batch preparation. For easier incorporation, Afcona-3522 may be diluted with water.

Product Features

Afcona-3522 is a waterbased emulsion of an organically modified polysiloxane. The active ingredient is a hydrophobic polymer that gives water resistance and slip performance to the coating after drying. Afcona-3522 promotes the general coating surface characteristics and improves the following properties:; Crater prevention and substrate wetting; Leveling; Slip and surface smoothness; Water-repellency; This product also offers low foam stabilization. Afcona-3522 is recommended for use in all types of waterbased coatings.

Storage Condition

Afcona-3522 should be stored in a cool, dry place and protected from freezing.

Addition and Dosage

Afcona-3522 may be added at 0.1 – 1.0% based on total formulation. Under normal conditions, 0.1 – 0.5% based on total formulation is sufficient.. Note: Amounts below 0.4% will not influence intercoat adhesion.

Packaging Information
55 lb and 397 lb non-returnable containers.
Coating End Applications
  • 2K (2 component) Coating
  • Radiation Curable Coating
  • Waterborne Coating
Certifications and Compliance
  • FDA 21 CFR 175.300
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 18001
  • ISO 9001
  • Swiss Ordinance
Compatible Polymers and Resins
  • Acrylics
  • Alkyds
  • Epoxies (EP)
  • Polyester - Melamine
  • Polyurethanes (PU)

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Density (at 20°C)0.97 - 0.99g/cm³
Active Ingredients34 - 36%
Flash Pointmin. 100°C

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