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SETALUX® 1211 BA-65

SETALUX® 1211 BA-65 is an acrylic polyol with 3.0% OH (calculated on non-volatiles) and butyl acetate as the solvent composition. Here are the key details and features:
Specifications:
- Non-Volatiles: 64 - 66%
- Viscosity (23 °C at 250 s-1):
  - 64% NV: 0.90 - 1.8 Pa.s
  - 65% NV: 1.2 - 2.4 Pa.s
  - 66% NV: 1.6 - 3.2 Pa.s
- Acid value (as such): 5.0 - 8.0 mg KOH/g
- Colour APHA (Lico): Max. 35 APHA
- Appearance: Clear and clean
Typical Properties:
- Density: 1.03 kg/dm3
- Flash point: 23 °C
Technical Features:
- In combination with aliphatic polyisocyanates, suitable for manufacturing air-drying and forced-drying two-component paints with high mechanical strength, good weather resistance, and good appearance.
Applications:
- Varnishes, clearcoats, and solid color systems for automotive refinish (car repair, trains, and tram units, etc.).
- Industrial topcoats (big rolling stock).
Storage Conditions:
- Keep the container tightly closed and dry in a cool, well-ventilated place.
- Keep away from heat, sparks, flame, and other sources of ignition.
Shelf Life:
- Standard shelf life is 720 days from the date of manufacturing, but may be extended based upon retesting by allnex Quality Control.
Compatibility:
- Compatible with various materials including short oil alkyds, polyester polyols, acrylic polyols, and other specified materials.
- Suitable mixing proportions are marked with a plus sign, while combinations marked with a minus sign are not recommended.
Suppliers:
- Suppliers for certain materials mentioned in the compatibility section are listed, including Desmodur (Covestro), Tolonate (Vencorex), Vestanat (Evonik), CAB (Eastman), Ucar (DowDupont), and Nitrocellulose (Hagedorn).
Dilutability:
- Dilutability varies depending on the solvent used, with options including xylene, toluene, Solvesso 100, ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, ethanol, and butanol.
Overall, SETALUX® 1211 BA-65 is a versatile acrylic polyol suitable for various coating applications, particularly in automotive refinishing and industrial topcoats, offering excellent mechanical strength, weather resistance, and appearance.

ADDITOL® dry CF300

ADDITOL® dry CF300 is an auxiliary drier combination designed for trial purposes, serving to optimize oxidative drying in waterborne and solventborne alkyd formulations. Here's a breakdown of its key specifications and features:
Type:
- Auxiliary drier combination for ADDITOL dry CF series.
Form of Delivery:
- Metal content:
  - Approximately 8.1% Zirconium
  - Approximately 4.6% Barium
Tentative Product Data:
- Colour/Appearance: VLN 250, pale yellow to pale brown, clear to light cloudy.
- Dynamic Viscosity: 100 - 500 mPa.s (100 1/s; 23°C)
Special Properties:
- Contains a balanced auxiliary drier metal combination for optimizing oxidative drying.
- Suitable for waterborne and solvent-based alkyd resin paints.
Suggested Uses:
- Recommended for use with Cobalt free primary driers ADDITOL dry CF 100 for all oxidative drying waterborne and solvent-based alkyd resin paints.
Processing:
- Can be added undiluted to the resin in the form of delivery.
- Recommended quantity to be added: 0.75 - 1.35%, calculated on solid resin.
- Optimal performance achieved with a ratio of 1 : 1.5 (primary drier : auxiliary drier) when used in combination with ADDITOL dry CF100.
Storage:
- Stable for at least 365 days when stored at temperatures from 5°C to 30°C in original containers.
- Crystallization may occur when stored below 20°C, reversible by heating for 24 hours to 40°C.
Distinguishing Features:
- Allows for the replacement of 1 part ADDITOL VXW 6206 (Cobalt containing mix drier) in waterborne formulations by 0.5 parts of ADDITOL dry CF100 and 0.75 parts of ADDITOL dry CF300.
Remark:
- Data provided is based on careful investigations and intended for information purposes only. As the product is scaled up, future changes may occur. Users are advised to conduct tests for suitability and investigate possible violations of industrial property rights. Information provided is not binding and cannot guarantee specific properties of products. General Sales Conditions apply.

ADDITOL® BDK

ADDITOL® BDK is a general-purpose radical photoinitiator used in UV-curable formulations containing unsaturated materials like acrylates, methacrylates, vinyls, and unsaturated polyesters. Here's an overview of its key specifications and features:
Introduction:
- ADDITOL® BDK generates radicals upon exposure to UV light, initiating polymerization in systems with unsaturated groups.
Performance Highlights:
- Good solubility
- Balanced surface and through cure in UV-curable products
- Good shelf stability
Suggested Applications:
- Used at levels of 1-5% by weight based on the reactive components of the formulation.
- Applications include wood fillers and sealers, base-coats for metal, overprint varnishes, general coating applications, inks, and pigmented coatings (when combined with other photo initiators).
Specifications:
- Appearance: White crystalline
- Melting Point: 64 - 67°C
- Purity: Minimum 99%
Typical Physical Properties:
- Volatiles: ≤ 0.25%
- Molecular Weight: 256.3
- Extinction Coefficients:
  - 250 nm: 44.206 (litres gram^-1 cm^-1)
  - 340 nm: 1.023
Absorption Spectrum:
- Indicates absorption characteristics at specific wavelengths.
Precautions:
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information on identified hazards and recommended protective measures.
Storage and Handling:
- Store in a dry area away from direct sunlight and UV or visible light exposure.
- Keep containers closed and protect from physical damage.
- Follow recommended storage temperature range as per the SDS.
ADDITOL® BDK provides versatility and reliability as a radical photoinitiator in various UV-curable formulations, offering balanced curing properties and good shelf stability.

SETALUX® 1907 BA-75

SETALUX® 1907 BA-75 is an acrylic polyol with 4.5% OH (calculated on non-volatiles) used in combination with butyl acetate as the solvent. Here's a breakdown of its key specifications and features:
Specifications:
- Non-Volatiles: 74 - 76%
- Viscosity (23°C, 100s^-1):
  - At 74% NV: 3.1 - 5.3 Pa.s
  - At 75% NV: 4.0 - 6.9 Pa.s
  - At 76% NV: 5.2 - 8.9 Pa.s
- Acid Value: 5.1 - 8.4 mg KOH/g
- Colour APHA (Lico): Maximum 30 APHA
- Appearance: Clear and clean
Typical Properties:
- Density: 1.04 kg/dm^3
- Flash Point: 23°C
Technical Features:
- Provides VOC compliant coatings (420 g/l) at low spray viscosity with high build and gloss
- Offers good mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and outdoor durability
Applications:
- Two-component clearcoats and solid color topcoats for vehicle refinish
- Two-component industrial topcoats
Storage Conditions:
- Keep container tightly closed and dry in a cool, well-ventilated place.
- Keep away from heat, sparks, flame, and other sources of ignition.
Shelf Life:
- Standard shelf life is 720 days from the date of manufacturing, but it may be extended based upon retesting by allnex Quality Control.
Compatibility:
- Compatible with various acrylic polyols and saturated polyesters as listed in the datasheet.
Dilutability:
- Partly dilutable with certain aromatics, esters, ketones, and solvents.
SETALUX® 1907 BA-75 offers versatility and performance in the formulation of coatings, particularly in applications where VOC compliance, high gloss, and durability are essential.

ADDITOL® ITX

ADDITOL® ITX is a radical photoinitiator commonly used in UV inks and coatings. When exposed to UV light, it undergoes a photochemical reaction that generates radicals, which initiate polymerization in systems containing unsaturated materials such as acrylates, methacrylates, vinyls, and unsaturated polyesters. Here are some key details about ADDITOL® ITX:
Type: Hydrogen Abstraction Photoinitiator
Performance Highlights:
- Good solubility
- Provides good through cure in UV-curable formulations
Suggested Applications:
- Flexographic inks
- Offset inks
- Screen inks
- Pigmented coatings
Specifications:
- Appearance: Yellow powder
- Melting Point: 55 - 75°C
- Purity: Minimum 98%
- Volatiles: Maximum 0.5%
- Molecular Weight: 241
- Extinction Coefficients:
  - 302 nm: 13.386 (litres gram^-1 cm^-1)
  - 382 nm: 22.550
Precautions:
- Before usage, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information on potential hazards, recommended personal protective equipment, and procedures.
Storage and Handling:
- Store in a dry area away from direct sunlight and exposure to UV or visible light.
- Keep containers closed and protect from physical damage.
ADDITOL® ITX plays a crucial role in UV curing processes, facilitating the polymerization of UV-curable materials and contributing to the development of high-quality printed and coated products.

SETALUX® 17-1609

SETALUX® 17-1609 is a hydroxy functional acrylic resin primarily used in combination with aliphatic isocyanate resins in two-component systems. These systems are formulated to produce ambient curing high-performance coatings with excellent resistance to environmental factors such as salt spray, water soak, and humidity. The resin is designed for applications where superior drying properties, good outdoor durability, and flexibility are required. Here's a breakdown of its key characteristics:
Type: Acrylic polyol
Form of Delivery (F.O.D): 60.0% non-volatile in PM acetate / toluene (65 / 35 pbw)
Product Data:
- Non-Volatile Content: 60 ± 1.0%
- Viscosity: Falls within the range of Y – Z1 on the Gardner Holdt scale at 77°F
- Acid Value: 10 ± 2 mg KOH/g on non-volatile content
- Color: Maximum 70 APHA
- Appearance: Clean, clear, and free from extraneous matter
- Hydroxy Equivalent Weight: 600
- Density: 8.70 ± 0.10 lbs/gal
- Flash Point: 45°F according to the Setaflash method
- Non-volatile by volume: 55.1%
- Reduced Viscosity: I – L on the Gardner-Holdt scale @ 50% in toluene
Performance Highlights:
- Exhibits excellent drying properties when used with slower evaporating solvents
- Offers excellent application properties
- Demonstrates good outdoor durability
- Provides good flexibility and chemical resistance properties
Suggested Uses:
- Industrial high-performance coatings for wood, metal, or plastics
- Industrial topcoats for transportation, chemical maintenance, or construction equipment
- Industrial topcoats and spot repair clearcoats for car refinishes
- Fast-drying industrial primers and topcoats
Storage:
- When stored in its original sealed containers, this product remains stable for up to 3 years at temperatures up to 100°F.
Curing with Polyisocyanates: The quantity of polyisocyanate needed for crosslinking 100 parts of SETALUX 17-1609 can be calculated based on 100% conversion of reactive groups using the provided equation.
Precautions:
- Before usage, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information on potential hazards, recommended personal protective equipment, and procedures.
- Avoid exposure to high temperatures, direct sunlight, ignition sources, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids.
- Store and handle the product in appropriate containers such as stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- Thoroughly wash hands after handling, and keep the container tightly closed. Use with adequate ventilation.

SETALUX® 27-1435

SETALUX® 27-1435 is an epoxy functional acrylic resin primarily used in conjunction with amine functional acrylic resins, such as SETALUX 17-1453, to create a non-isocyanate "AA" topcoat system. This system is known for its fast drying, high gloss finish, excellent outdoor durability, improved flexibility, and good mechanical properties. Here's an overview of its key characteristics:
Type: Epoxy functional acrylic resin
Form of Delivery (F.O.D): 80% non-volatile in methyl n-amyl ketone
Product Data:
- Non-Volatile Content: 80.0 ± 1.0% by weight
- Viscosity: Falls within the range of Z3 – Z5 on the Gardner Holdt scale at 77°F
- Acid Value: Maximum 1 mg KOH/g on non-volatile content
- Color: Maximum 200 APHA
- Appearance: Clean, clear, and free from extraneous matter
- Density: 8.60 ± 0.10 lbs/gal
- Flash Point: 102°F according to the Setaflash method
- Non-volatile by volume: 74.8%
- Epoxy Equivalent Weight: 600 on non-volatile content
- Reduced Viscosity: P – T on the Gardner-Holdt scale @ 70% non-volatile content in methyl n-amyl ketone
Performance Highlights:
- Suitable for fast air dry and force dry systems (approximately 180⁰F surface temperature)
- Offers excellent pot life, allowing the use of paint from the prior day
- Demonstrates excellent outdoor durability
- Enables the formulation of low VOC enamels (< 3.5 lb) without the need for VOC exempt solvents
- Exhibits low toxicity properties
Suggested Uses:
- Non-isocyanate industrial paints and repair systems
- Non-isocyanate finishes for plastics
Storage:
- When stored in its original sealed containers, SETALUX 27-1435 remains stable for up to 3 years at temperatures up to 100°F.
Precautions:
- Before usage, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information on potential hazards, recommended personal protective equipment, and procedures.
- Avoid exposure to high temperatures, direct sunlight, ignition sources, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids.
- Store and handle the product in appropriate containers such as stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- Thoroughly wash hands after handling, and keep the container tightly closed. Use with adequate ventilation.
In summary, SETALUX® 27-1435 offers versatile properties suitable for creating non-isocyanate topcoat systems with excellent performance in various industrial applications.

SETAQUA® ECO 9415

SETAQUA® ECO 9415 is a high-quality, high-gloss pure acrylic emulsion specifically formulated for interior and exterior emulsion paints. Here's a breakdown of its features:
Type: Pure Acrylic Emulsion
Form of Delivery (F.O.D): It is delivered as 50.0% non-volatile in water.
Product Data:
- Non-Volatile Content: 50.0 ± 1% by weight
- Viscosity: The viscosity ranges from 100 to 1000 cps when measured with Brookfield RVT 4/50 at 25°C.
- Density: 1.07 ± 0.10 KG/LITER
- Minimum Film Formation Temperature (MFFT): 20-21°C
- Non-volatiles by Volume: 46.7%
- pH: Falls within the range of 8.0–9.0
- Particle Size: It has a particle size of 0.12 micron.
- Appearance: The emulsion appears white, milky, and is free from extraneous matter.
Performance Highlights:
- It offers high build and high gloss properties, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the paint.
- The formulation potentially allows for lower VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) values, contributing to environmental friendliness.
- It exhibits excellent adhesion and blister resistance when applied to concrete surfaces, ensuring long-lasting durability.
Suggested Uses:
- SETAQUA® ECO 9415 is recommended for use in water-based decorative concrete paints, suitable for both interior and exterior applications.
Recommended Coalescent Levels: 5.5-6.5% Based on Polymer Solids
Storage:
- It remains stable for up to 6 months when stored in original containers at temperatures up to 100°F.
Precautions:
- Before usage, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to understand potential hazards and recommended safety measures.
- Avoid exposure to high temperatures, direct sunlight, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids.
- Store the product in appropriate containers such as stainless steel, amber glass, polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- After handling, ensure thorough washing and keep the container tightly closed. Adequate ventilation is recommended during usage.
- It is classified as non-Dangerous Goods for shipping, simplifying transportation logistics.
In summary, SETAQUA® ECO 9415 offers a versatile solution for achieving durable, glossy, and environmentally friendly decorative concrete paints, suitable for various interior and exterior applications.

CYMEL® U-663 Resin

CYMEL® U-663 is a resin that's partially iso-butylated urea and supplied in iso-butanol. It's designed for use in acid curing wood coating applications where low formaldehyde emission and high film gloss are required. Here's a summary of its properties and applications:
Benefits:
- Low formaldehyde release
- Very good early stacking properties
- High gloss films
Application Areas:
- Industrial wood coatings
Physical Properties:
- Appearance: Clear Liquid
- Non-volatile by weight: 60-64%
- Viscosity at 23°C: 2400-4800 mPa.s
- Free formaldehyde: ≤ 0.3%
- Color, APHA: ≤ 50
- Acid value: 0.75-1.50 mg KOH/g
Solubility:
- Complete solubility in alcohols, esters, ketones, aromatic hydrocarbons
- Partial solubility in aliphatic hydrocarbons
- Insoluble in water
Compatibility:
- Medium compatibility with acrylic resins
- Good compatibility with alkyd, polyester, nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate butyrate, polyvinyl butyrate resins
Backbone Polymer Selection:
- Effective crosslinking agent for backbone polymer resins containing hydroxyl functional groups, such as alkyd, polyester, or acrylic resins
- High reactivity and tendency for self-condensation providing fast drying films with good gloss, hardness, and block resistance
- Optimum level in an acid curing wood coating formulation: 25 - 35% on total resin solids
Catalysis:
- Best response to strong acid catalysts, like CYCAT® 4040 catalyst
- Recommended catalyst level: 6 - 10% on total binder solids for fast drying behavior at room temperature
Pot Life:
- Addition of primary alcohols, such as n-butanol, ethanol, and methanol, at concentrations of 10 - 25% on total resin solids required to extend catalyzed pot life
- Faster evaporating alcohols improve speed of dry
Storage Stability:
- Shelf life of 720 days from date of manufacture when stored at temperatures below 32°C
- Low temperatures are not detrimental to stability, but product viscosity may increase
- Gentle warming can return viscosity to normal, but excessive localized heating should be avoided to prevent irreversible viscosity increase
Overall, CYMEL® U-663 offers excellent performance in wood coatings, particularly in terms of gloss, durability, and formaldehyde emission control, making it suitable for various industrial applications.

SETAQUA® ECO 9000

SETAQUA® ECO 9000 is a pure acrylic emulsion developed for high-quality interior and exterior emulsion paints with exceptional Dirt Pick Up Resistance (DPUR) durability, gloss, and flow for concrete surfaces. Here's a breakdown of its key features and specifications:
Type: Pure Acrylic Emulsion
Form of Delivery (F.O.D): 50.0% non-volatile in weight
Product Data:
- Non-Volatile Content: 50.0 ± 1% by weight
- Viscosity (Brookfield RVT 4/50 at 25°C): 100–1000 cps
- pH: 8.0–9.0
- Particle Size: 0.12 micron
- Minimum Film Formation Temperature (MFFT): 20–22°C
- Appearance: White, milky, and free from extraneous matter
- Density: 1.07 ± 0.10 KG/LITER
- Glass Transition Temperature (Tg): 25°C
- Non-volatiles by volume: 46.7%
- Flash Point: Not Applicable
Performance Highlights:
- High Dirt Pick Up Resistance (DPUR) properties
- Lower coalescent levels but higher DPUR
- Suitable for lower VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) formulations
Suggested Uses:
- Water-based decorative concrete paints for both interior and exterior applications
Recommended Coalescent Levels: 5.5-6.5% based on polymer solids
Storage:
- Stable for up to 6 months at temperatures up to 100°F when stored in original containers.
Precautions:
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information on hazards, recommended personal protective equipment, and procedures before using SETAQUA® ECO 9000.
- Avoid exposure to high temperatures, direct sunlight, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids.
- Store in appropriate containers such as stainless steel, amber glass, polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- Wash thoroughly after handling and keep the container tightly closed. Use with adequate ventilation.
SETAQUA® ECO 9000 is classified as non-Dangerous Goods for shipping.