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EBECRYL® 609

EBECRYL® 609 is a bisphenol A epoxy diacrylate oligomer diluted with 15% butyl acetate, characterized by its light color and medium viscosity. It's primarily used in radiation-curable products and offers several performance benefits:
Introduction:
- EBECRYL® 609 is a solvent-based epoxy acrylate oligomer.
- Films cured by UV or EB exhibit high gloss, surface hardness, and excellent solvent resistance typical of epoxy resins.
Performance Highlights:
- Light color and medium viscosity.
- High surface hardness and gloss in cured products.
Suggested Applications:
- Suitable for lithographic, screen, gravure, direct or reverse roll, and curtain coating methods.
- Recommended for:
  - Overprint varnishes
  - Lithographic and screen inks
  - Coatings for paper, paperboard, wood chipboard, and rigid plastics
  - Paper upgrading
  - Fast cure coatings
  - Laminating adhesives
  - Wood sealers and top coats
Typical Values:
- Appearance: Clear liquid
- Höppler viscosity at 25°C: ± 3250 mPa.s
- Gardner color: max. 2
Physical Properties:
- Density: 0.995 g/cm³
- Molecular weight: theoretical 500
- Functionality: theoretical 2
- Polymer solids: 85% by weight
- Butyl acetate: 15% by weight
Typical Cured Properties:
- Tensile strength: 96 MPa
- Tensile elongation: 7%
- Glass transition temperature (Tg): 67°C
Storage and Handling:
- Avoid exposure to temperatures exceeding 40°C for prolonged periods or direct sunlight to prevent uncontrollable polymerization.
- Store in suitable containers such as stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- Use dry air to displace material removed from the container.
- Shelf life: Not more than 2 years.
Precautions:
- Toxicological properties not fully determined; expected to be eye and skin irritant.
- Take appropriate precautions to avoid eye and skin contact and inhalation of aerosols or vapors.
- Consult the Safety Data Sheet for handling procedures and protective equipment.
Statutory Labeling:
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet for statutory labeling information.

EBECRYL® 4501

EBECRYL® 4501 is an undiluted aromatic urethane acrylate designed primarily for wood coatings, particularly for cork and parquet, with a focus on achieving high grit feeder abrasion resistance. Here's a breakdown:
Introduction:
- EBECRYL® 4501 is formulated without intentionally added organic tin compounds.
- It's specifically tailored for wood coatings, offering high flexibility and abrasion resistance.
Performance Highlights:
- UV/EB cured coatings based on EBECRYL® 4501 exhibit:
  - High flexibility
  - Good coin scratch resistance
  - High abrasion resistance, particularly according to the grit feeder method
Suggested Applications:
- Suitable for formulating UV/EB energy-curable coatings applied by roller coating, spraying, and curtain coating on various substrates including wood, cork, furniture, paper, parquet, and film.
- Coatings formulated with EBECRYL® 4501 may experience yellowing upon aging.
Formulating:
- Depending on the application, the coating's viscosity can be adjusted using standard reactive diluents such as dipropylene glycol diacrylate (DPGDA), 1,6-hexanediol diacrylate (HDDA), isobornyl acrylate (IBOA), and trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA), or solvents such as butyl acetate.
- Compatibility should be tested for each formulation due to the various potential combinations with reactive diluents and solvents.
- UV curing of coatings requires the addition of standard commercial photo initiators, typically at levels of 4-6%.
Typical Physical Properties:
- Acid number: < 2 mg KOH/g
- Color: < 300 Apha
- Density: 1.15 g/cm³ at 20°C
- Flash point: > 100°C
- Functionality: 4
- Hydroxyl content: ~0.3%
- Viscosity: ~6000 mPa.s at 23°C
Precautions:
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information on identified hazards, recommended personal protective equipment, and procedures.
Storage and Handling:
- Avoid exposure to high temperature conditions, direct sunlight, ignition sources, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids to prevent uncontrollable polymerization.
- Store in suitable containers such as stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- Use dry air to displace material removed from the container.
- Ensure adequate ventilation during use.

UCECOAT® 7770

UCECOAT® 7770 is a UV-curable polyurethane dispersion manufactured by allnex. Here's an overview:
Introduction:
- UCECOAT® 7770 is designed to cure under UV (ultra violet light) exposure in the presence of a suitable photoinitiator system.
- It is characterized by low viscosity, a monomer-free composition, tack-free properties after water evaporation (before UV curing), and a hard grade.
Performance Highlights:
- Low viscosity
- Monomer-free composition
- Tack-free properties after water evaporation
- Hard grade
Suggested Applications:
- Formulated UV/EB curable products containing UCECOAT® 7770 can be applied using direct or reverse roll, spray, and curtain coating methods.
- Recommended for use in water-based UV wood coatings and water-based UV protective coatings for PVC flooring.
Typical Properties:
- Brookfield viscosity at 25°C: Approx. 50 mPa.s
- Solids content: 35% by weight
- pH: 7.5
Storage and Handling:
- Avoid exposing UCECOAT® 7770 to temperatures exceeding 60°C for prolonged periods or direct sunlight, as this can lead to uncontrollable polymerization and heat generation.
- Due to the presence of water, it should be stored above freezing temperatures.
- Recommended storage and handling containers include stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- Use dry air to displace material removed from the container.
- Shelf life: Should not be stored for more than 1 year.
Precautions:
- Toxicological properties have not been fully determined.
- May cause eye and skin irritation and have the potential to cause sensitization or other allergic responses.
- Take appropriate precautions to avoid inhalation of aerosols or vapors.
- Consult the Safety Data Sheet for handling procedures and protective equipment.
Statutory Labeling:
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet for detailed information.
UCECOAT® 7770 offers a versatile solution for UV-curable coatings, particularly in applications requiring low viscosity, monomer-free formulations, and hard grades.

EBECRYL® 4690

EBECRYL® 4690 is an aliphatic urethane acrylate known for its good reactivity and ability to produce hard and tough coatings. Here's a breakdown of its characteristics and applications:
Product Description:
- Aliphatic urethane acrylate diluted with 1,6-hexanediol diacrylate (HDDA) at approximately 28% by weight.
- Contains approximately 27% bio-carbon (according to ASTM D6866) and is tin-free.
Performance Highlights:
- UV/EB cured coatings based on EBECRYL® 4690 exhibit very good mechanical properties, high abrasion resistance, good chemical resistance, low yellowing, and robust outdoor resistance (weathering).
- Actual properties depend on formulation components such as reactive diluents, additives, and photoinitiators.
Suggested Applications:
- Designed for use in the formulation of UV/EB energy curable coatings for application on wood, cork, furniture, paper, parquet plastics, film, and outdoor building and cladding applications.
- Suitable for roller coating, spraying, and curtain coating methods.
Formulating:
- Coatings viscosity can be adjusted for application using additional HDDA or other reactive diluents such as dipropylene glycol diacrylate (DPGDA), isobornyl acrylate (IBOA), and trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA), as well as solvents like butyl acetate.
- Compatible with most acrylate monomers and oligomers, but compatibility should be tested in each individual case.
- UV curing requires the addition of standard commercial photoinitiators, typically at levels of 4 - 6%.
Specifications:
- Color, APHA: Less than 75
- Viscosity at 23°C: 25000 - 33000 mPa.s
Typical Physical Properties:
- Acid value, mg KOH/g: Maximum 1
- Density at 20°C: Approximately 1.1 g/cm³
- Flash point: Greater than 100°C
- Functionality: Greater than 4
- Hydroxyl content: Maximum 0.5%
Typical Cured Properties:
- Tensile strength: 2320 psi (16 MPa)
- Elongation at break: 1.5%
- Young’s modulus: 203000 psi (1400 MPa)
- Glass transition temperature (Tg): 82°C
Precautions:
- Follow safety guidelines provided in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before using EBECRYL® 4690.
- Store in appropriate containers away from high temperature conditions, direct sunlight, ignition sources, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids to prevent uncontrollable polymerization.
- Use with adequate ventilation, and wash thoroughly after handling.
EBECRYL® 4690 offers a versatile solution for producing durable coatings with excellent performance properties, making it suitable for various industrial and outdoor applications.

EBECRYL® 8807

EBECRYL® 8807 is an aliphatic urethane diacrylate known for its rapid surface cure response, light color, and moderate viscosity. Here's a detailed overview of its characteristics and applications:
Product Description:
- Aliphatic urethane diacrylate with rapid surface cure response.
- Suitable for ultraviolet light (UV) or electron beam (EB) curing.
Performance Highlights:
- Moderate viscosity and light color.
- UV/EB cured products based on EBECRYL® 8807 exhibit excellent surface cure in air, good flexibility, toughness, abrasion resistance, and resistance to yellowing.
- Actual properties depend on formulation components like reactive diluents, additives, and photoinitiators.
Suggested Applications:
- Suitable for various application methods including direct or reverse roll, offset gravure, metering rod, slot die, knife over roll, air knife, curtain, and immersion coating methods.
- Recommended for coatings for wood, cement, and composite flooring, adhesives or sealants cured with low-intensity lamps, and flexible coatings requiring rapid cure in air.
Surface Cure Response Comparison (Table I):
- EBECRYL® 8807 exhibits a significantly lower UV dose requirement for achieving surface cure compared to other acrylated aliphatic urethanes.
Specifications:
- Appearance at elevated temperature: Clear liquid
- Color, Gardner: Maximum 1
- NCO content, %: Maximum 0.2
- Viscosity at 60°C: 5600 - 9400 mPa.s
Typical Physical Properties:
- Density at 25°C: 1.05 g/cm³
- Functionality, theoretical: 2
- Oligomer content, % by weight: 100
Typical Cured Properties:
- Tensile strength: 1950 psi (13 MPa)
- Elongation at break: 54%
- Young’s modulus: 7500 psi (52 MPa)
- Glass transition temperature: 32°C
Viscosity Reduction:
- Graph I illustrates viscosity reduction of EBECRYL® 8807 with reactive diluents like 1,6-hexanediol diacrylate (HDDA), trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA), and tripropylene glycol diacrylate (TPGDA).
Storage and Handling:
- Store in suitable containers like stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic lined containers.
- Avoid exposure to high temperatures, direct sunlight, ignition sources, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids to prevent uncontrollable polymerization.
- Crystallization may occur upon storage, which can be removed by heating containers to a uniform temperature of 60°C.
- Follow recommended storage temperature range as specified in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
EBECRYL® 8807 offers a versatile solution for coatings and adhesives requiring rapid cure, excellent surface properties, and resistance to yellowing.

SETAQUA® 8556

SETAQUA® 8556 is an epoxy functional acrylic dispersion developed for use in coatings, particularly as part of a two-component water-borne system. Here's a breakdown of its characteristics and applications:
Product Description:
- It's an epoxy functional acrylic dispersion.
- Solvent composition: Demineralized water.
Specifications:
- Non-Volatiles: 48 - 52%
- pH: 8.0 - 9.0
Typical Properties:
- Epoxy equivalent weight: Approximately 621
- Minimum Film-Forming Temperature (MFFT): Approximately 20°C
- Viscosity (Brookfield): Maximum 20 cPa.s
- Density: Approximately 1.05 kg/dm3
Technical Features:
- When combined with SETAQUA 8455, it forms easily mixable and fast-drying two-component water-borne coatings.
- Suitable for use on soft and hard woods, providing excellent blocking of tannin and tree resin.
- APEO and formaldehyde-free resin.
Applications:
- Primarily used in two-pack tannin and knot bleeding primers, particularly in the innovative "L-QUAT" primer system.
Storage Conditions:
- Should not be stored at temperatures below 0°C or above 35°C.
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and prevent freezing.
Shelf Life:
- Standard shelf life is 180 days from the date of manufacturing, but it may be extended based on retesting by allnex Quality Control.
Overall, SETAQUA® 8556 offers a water-borne coating solution with excellent properties for primers, particularly in applications requiring tannin and knot bleeding resistance.

EBECRYL® 11

EBECRYL® 11 is a polyethylene glycol diacrylate derivative designed for applications requiring water solubility. Here's an overview of its properties and applications:
Product Description:
- It's a water-soluble polyethylene glycol diacrylate derivative.
- Designed for applications needing water solubility.
Performance Highlights:
- Low viscosity and low color.
- UV/EB cured products based on EBECRYL® 11 exhibit good flexibility but low water resistance.
- The actual properties of UV/EB cured products also depend on other formulation components like reactive diluents, additives, and photoinitiators.
Suggested Applications:
- Screen inks and coatings
- Wood applications
- Paper coatings
Typical Values:
- Density: 1.12 g/cm³
- Molecular weight: Theoretical value around ±700
- Functionality: Theoretical value of 2
- Polymer solids: 100% by weight
- Solidification temperature range: Below 17 - 22°C
Precautions:
- Toxicological properties are not fully determined, but it can be expected to be irritating to the eyes and skin and potentially cause sensitization or allergic responses.
- Avoid eye and skin contact as well as inhalation of aerosols or vapors. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet for proper handling procedures and protective equipment.
Storage and Handling:
- Avoid exposing the product to temperatures exceeding 40°C for prolonged periods or direct sunlight, as it may lead to uncontrollable polymerization.
- Store in suitable containers like stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic-lined containers.
- Use dry air to displace material removed from the container.
- Do not store the material under an oxygen-free atmosphere.
- Shelf life is limited to two years.
Statutory Labeling: For statutory labeling information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet.
Overall, EBECRYL® 11 offers water solubility and finds applications in various coatings and printing processes, especially those requiring flexibility and compatibility with water-based systems.

CYMEL® U-216-10LF Resin

CYMEL® U-216-10LF is an n-butylated urea resin designed for various coating applications, particularly in metal deco coatings, can coatings, and coil coating primers. Here are some key points about this product:
Product Description:
- It's a HAPS-free version of CYMEL® 216-8 resin with lower free formaldehyde.
- It exhibits excellent compatibility with hydrophobic resins, including epoxies.
- Approximately 3% of CYMEL® U-216-10LF on a solids basis improves flow properties.
Application Areas:
- Metal Deco Coatings
- Can Coatings
- Coil Coating Primers
Physical Properties:
- Appearance: Clear Liquid
- Non-volatile by weight: 58 - 62%
- Viscosity at 25°C: S - V
- Free formaldehyde: ≤ 0.65%
- Color, APHA: ≤ 70
Solubility:
- Complete solubility in alcohols, esters, and ketones.
- Partial solubility in aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons.
- Insoluble in water.
Backbone Polymer Selection:
- CYMEL® U-216-10LF resin contains a combination of functionalities that make it an effective crosslinking agent for backbone polymers containing hydroxyl, carboxyl, and amide functionality.
- Increasing its level in a coating formulation generally enhances hardness and chemical resistance of the cured film.
Catalysis:
- It may not require the addition of an acid catalyst in many cases due to the acidity of other formulation components.
- If catalyst addition is necessary, recommended catalysts and concentrations are provided for normal bake schedules.
Formulation Stability:
- Adding alcohols or amines can enhance the stability of formulated systems containing CYMEL® U-216-10LF resin.
- Low molecular weight primary alcohols such as ethanol or n-butanol and recommended amines like TEA or DMEA are suggested.
Storage Stability:
- The resin has a shelf life of 1440 days when stored below 32°C.
- Low temperatures do not harm stability, but they can increase viscosity. Gentle warming can restore normal viscosity, but excessive localized heating should be avoided.

EBECRYL® 546

EBECRYL® 546 is a type of chlorine-free UV/EB (ultraviolet/electron beam) curable polyester resin that is diluted with trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA). It's designed specifically to enhance adhesion to plastic substrates. When cured using UV or EB methods, it results in films with good hardness.
Here are some key features and applications of EBECRYL® 546:
Performance Highlights:
- Light color
- Chlorine-free
- Excellent pigment wetting
- Good ink water balance
- Good adhesion-scratch compromise
Applications:
- Offset inks for plastic and metallic substrates
- Suitable for use in flexography, dry offset, and screen printing applications
Viscosity Reduction: EBECRYL® 546 can be further diluted with reactive monomers such as TMPTA, 1,6-hexanediol diacrylate (HDDA), propoxylated glycerol triacrylate (OTA-480), or tripropylene glycol diacrylate (TPGDA). The choice of diluent influences properties like odor, adhesion, hardness, and flexibility.
Specifications and Properties:
- Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy liquid
- Acid value: < 10 mg KOH/g
- Color: Gardner ~1.5
- Density: 1.1 g/cm³ at 25°C
- Resin content: ~60%
- TMPTA content: ~40%
- Viscosity: ~350,000 mPa.s at 25°C, ~5,000 cP/Pa.s at 60°C
Precautions: Before usage, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for identified hazards, recommended personal protective equipment, and procedures.
Storage and Handling:
- Avoid exposure to high temperatures, direct sunlight, ignition sources, oxidizing agents, alkalis, or acids to prevent uncontrollable polymerization.
- Store in suitable containers like stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene, or baked phenolic-lined containers.
- Use procedures that avoid removing or displacing oxygen from the material.
- Keep the container tightly closed and use with adequate ventilation.
- Refer to the SDS for recommended storage temperature range.
Overall, EBECRYL® 546 offers versatility and performance suitable for various printing applications, particularly on plastic substrates.

SETALUX® 1218 VX-70

SETALUX® 1218 VX-70 is an acrylic polyol with 2.8% OH (hydroxyl) content calculated on non-volatiles. Here are the key details:
Solvent Composition: It is dissolved in a mixture of solvent naphtha and xylene, with a ratio of 63/37.
Specifications:
Non-Volatiles: 69 - 71%
Viscosity (at 23°C, at 100 s-1):
At 69% NV: 2.0 - 4.0 Pa.s
At 70% NV: 2.5 - 5.0 Pa.s
At 71% NV: 3.1 - 6.2 Pa.s
Acid value (as such): 4.5 - 8.5 mg KOH/g
Color APHA (Lico): Maximum 50 APHA
Appearance: Clear and clean
Typical Properties:
Density: 1.01 kg/dm3
Flash point: 25°C
Technical Features:
When used in combination with aliphatic polyisocyanates, it exhibits fast drying and good chemical resistance.
Application: SETALUX® 1218 VX-70 is suitable for medium solids industrial lacquers with good adhesion on difficult metal substrates and some plastic substrates.
Storage Conditions: It should be stored tightly closed and dry in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks, flame, and other sources of ignition.
Shelf Life: The standard shelf life is 720 days from the date of manufacturing, but it may be extended based upon retesting by allnex Quality Control.