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Afcona 4550
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Excellent SolubilityFlocculation ResistantFlooding ResistantGood CompatibilityHigh Color StrengthHigh GlossHigh Molecular WeightImproved Stability
- Chemical Family
- Polyacrylate, ModifiedPolyacrylate Modified
Afcona - 4550 is a high molecular weight, pH-independent polymeric dispersant designed for the deflocculation of pigments in water-based decorative and industrial paints.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Fluid
- Liquid
Identification
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Dispersant
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Afcona
- End Uses
2K (2 component) Coating, Inorganic Pigments, Organic Pigments, Radiation Curable Coating, Waterborne Coating
- Functions
- Dispersant
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies (EP), Polyester - Melamine, Polyurethanes (PU)
- Carrier
- Water
- Markets
- Building & Construction
- Paints & Coatings
- Shelf LIfe
- 3 years
- Soluble In
- Water
- Cure
- Radiation Cure
- Technology
- CASE Ingredients
- Industrial Additives & Materials
- Incorporation
Afcona-4550 should be incorporated in the mill base before adding the pigments.
- Storage Condition
Afcona-4550 should be stored in a cool, dry place.
- Addition and Dosage
Add Afcona-4550 according to the dosages listed below, which should be calculated based on the percent of active ingredient in the dispersant and the weight of pigment in the formula:
- Applicable Processes
- Pigment Deflocculation
- Chemical Inventories
- TSCA (USA)
- Packaging Information
- 55 lb and 397 lb non-returnable containers.
- Coating End Applications
- 2K (2 component) Coating
- Radiation Curable Coating
- Waterborne Coating
Technical data
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4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Color | max. 6 | — |
| Active Ingredients | 48 - 52 | % |
| Density (at 20°C) | 1.03 - 1.07 | g/cm³ |
| Amine Value | 20 - 35 | mg KOH/g |
