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Borchi® Gel 0620

Borchi® Gel 0620 is a non-ionic, polyurethane-based thickener designed for water-based coating systems. It is characterized by its ability to thicken in the low shear range and is free of emulsifiers, tin, and APEO (alkylphenol ethoxylates). Here are its key features and applications:
Physical Characteristics and Features:
- Appearance: Opalescent, high-viscous liquid
- Non-volatile Content: 38.00 – 42.00%
- pH: 4 - 7
- Density: 1.02 – 1.07 g/cm³
- Viscosity: Max. 15000 mPa.s
- Solvent(s): Water, 2-Butoxyethanol
Applications:
- Spray Coatings: Industrial, Architectural, Automotive
- Brush and Roll Coatings: Especially effective when used with Newtonian thickener
- Enables application of thick layers on vertical surfaces
- Prevents sagging
- Suitable for coatings requiring viscosity stability and improved rheological properties in the lower shear range
Dosage:
- Recommended dosage: 0.3 – 0.5% on total formulation
- Best incorporation method: Add after pigment/filler dispersion but prior to being let down
- Experimentally determine the exact dosage
Storage:
- Store at temperatures between 5 and 30 °C, protecting from weathering effects
- Reseal containers immediately after each use
- Transport or storage may cause foam on the surface or slight phase shift, homogenization required before use

Bayoxide® Z active

Bayoxide® Z active is a zinc oxide product obtained through precipitation, characterized by its high dispersion and reactivity. It is commonly used as an additive in coatings and adhesives to enhance various properties.
Characteristic Data:
- Content of ZnO: Minimum 93%
- Electrical Conductivity: Maximum 800 µS/cm
- Loss on Ignition: Maximum 4.00%
- Sieve Residue: Maximum 0.200%
Properties:
- Through-Drying Enhancement: Improves through-drying in coatings, enhancing corrosion protection and hardness.
- Acid Trap Agent: Neutralizes acid products in coatings, preventing premature degradation.
- Anticorrosive Additive: Improves corrosion protection characteristics in primers and topcoats.
- UV-Protective Agent: Enhances weathering resistance and reduces yellowing in paints and coatings.
- Blocking-Additive: Prevents migration of colored wood components in wood coatings.
- Sulphide-Absorber: Prevents blackening in steel/tinplate cans coated on the inside.
Applications:
- VOC-free Drier/Catalyst: Accelerates oxidative through-drying of coating films, suitable for PU stoving systems.
- Anticorrosive Additive: Improves corrosion protection in solventborne and waterborne coatings.
- UV-Protective Agent: Enhances weathering resistance and reduces yellowing of paints and coatings.
- Blocking-Additive: Prevents migration of colored wood components in wood coatings.
- Sulphide-Absorber: Prevents blackening in steel/tinplate cans coated on the inside.
Storage:
- Store between 5 and 30 °C, protecting from weathering effects.
- Reseal containers immediately after each use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Borchi® Gen 1750

Borchi® Gen 1750 is a high molecular weight, VOC-free wetting and dispersing agent designed for use in water-based systems. It's specifically formulated for dispersing and stabilizing transparent iron oxide pigments, making it ideal for various coating applications, including automotive and wood coatings.
Physical Characteristics and Features:
- Appearance: Liquid, yellow
- Non-volatile Content: 38 – 42%
- pH: 3.5 – 5.5
- Density: 1.03 – 1.07 g/cm³
- Viscosity: Maximum 1000 mPa·s
- Solvent: Water
Applications:
- Suitable for coatings, including automotive and wood coatings.
Dosage:
- The exact dosage should be determined experimentally through a ladder study.
- Borchi® Gen 1750 should be added to the mill base before adding the pigment.
- Active pigment loading varies depending on the type:
  - Transparent iron oxide: 50 - 70%
  - Titanium dioxide: 4 - 8%
  - Inorganic pigments: 5 - 15%
  - Organic pigments: 25 - 70%
Storage:
- Store between 5 and 40 °C, protecting from the effects of weather.
- Once opened, reseal the container immediately after each use.
- The product may become cloudy over time at temperatures below 10 °C, but this does not affect performance.
- Homogenize the product before use if it becomes cloudy.
- Cloudiness can be reversed by heating to room temperature or briefly to 40 °C without affecting performance.

Bayhydrol® UH XP 2592

Bayhydrol® UH XP 2592 is a polyester-polyurethane dispersion used as a binder in the formulation of aqueous air- and forced-drying, high-gloss coatings and primers, primarily for general industrial finishes. It offers very good anti-corrosion properties and is suitable for various applications in coatings.
Characteristics:
- Acid Value: Approximately 12 mg KOH/g
- Viscosity: Approximately 300 mPa·s at 23°C
- Non-Volatile Content: Approximately 45%
- pH: Approximately 7.2
- Mean Particle Size: Approximately 125 nm
- Appearance: Milky, cloudy liquid
- Density: Approximately 1.0 g/ml at 20°C
- OH Content: Approximately 2.1%
Properties / Applications:
- Does not contain cosolvents, anti-skinning agents, or driers, making it label-free.
- Coatings based on this resin exhibit quick drying and high hardness.
- Provides very good water resistance after curing.
- Suitable for use in high-gloss top coats, effect coats, primers, and single coats.
- Shows good shear stability, making it suitable for dip applications.
Handling:
- Neutralized with ethyldiisopropylamine.
- Additional amine is recommended for better pigment wetting.
- Addition of amine increases viscosity significantly.
- Organic co-solvents may influence film formation, gloss, and drying properties.
Storage:
- Store in original sealed containers at temperatures between 5°C and 23°C.
- Protect from frost.
Labeling and REACH Applications:
- Information on classification, labeling, and safety can be found in the Safety Data Sheet.
- As a trial product, extensive experience may be lacking, so no guarantees are provided regarding behavior during processing or use.

ALBERDINGK® OP 100

ALBERDINGK® OP 100 is a specialized chemical product used primarily in woodcare applications. Here are the key details about it:
Composition:
- Type: Urethane modified oil polymer
- Base: Linseed oil
- Solids Content: 100%
Properties:
- Viscosity: 500 to 1500 mPas at 20°C
- Acid Value: Approximately 0.3 mg KOH/g
- Gardner Colour Value: Approximately 5
- Solvent-Free: The product contains no solvents.
Applications:
- Primary Use: Woodcare products
- Resource Base: Designed for products based on renewable resources
- Usage: To be diluted in linseed oil and requires the addition of siccatives for fast and proper drying
Storage:
- Stability: Stable for 6 months in closed containers when stored at 5°C to 30°C
- Precautions: Must be protected from atmospheric oxygen, and any turbidity caused by cold can be reversed by heating to over 40°C.

Surfynol 104E

SURFYNOL® 104 E is a multifunctional surfactant designed for use in waterborne coatings and inks, providing dynamic wetting and molecular defoaming. It is particularly beneficial in improving pigment and substrate wetting, controlling foam, and reducing water sensitivity.
Key Benefits:
- Pigment and Substrate Wetting: Enhances the wetting of pigments and substrates.
- Foam Control: Provides very good foam control.
- Reduced Water Sensitivity: Lowers the sensitivity of coatings to water.
Effects:
- Substrate Wetting: Improves the wetting of substrates.
- Anti-Crater Effect: Helps prevent the formation of craters in coatings.
- Flow Promotion: Enhances the flow of coatings.
- Defoaming: Reduces foam formation.
- Reduction of Surface Tension: Lowers both static and dynamic surface tension.
Suitability:
- Waterborne Systems: Suitable
- Solventborne Systems: Suitable
- 2-Pack Systems: Suitable
- 100% Radiation-Curing Systems: Suitable
- Pigmented Coatings: Suitable
- Clear Coatings: Suitable
Typical Applications:
- Car OEM Coatings
- General Industrial Coatings
- Printing Inks
- Architectural Paints
Technical Data:
- Active Matter Content: 50%
- Appearance: Clear liquid
- Chemical Description: Tetramethyldecynediol, gemini surfactant
- Solvent: Ethylene glycol
Solubility:
- Water: Soluble
- Ethanol: Soluble
- TPGDA: Soluble
- Acetone: Soluble
- Butyl Acetate: Soluble
- Mineral Spirits: Not soluble
Recommended Addition Level:
- As Supplied: 0.1 - 1.0% based on the total formulation.
Processing Instructions:
- Can be added to the coating as supplied or as a pre-dilution.
- Can be introduced during the grind and let-down stages of coating formulation.
Handling and Storage:
- Store in original unopened packaging.
- Shelf life of 60 months from the date of manufacture.

Borchi® Gol LA 50

Borchi® Gol LA 50 is a polyether-modified polysiloxane additive designed to improve substrate wetting, flow, and leveling properties in water-based coatings systems. This product is particularly useful in various coating applications, offering benefits like reducing surface tension and preventing surface defects.
Physical Characteristics:
- Appearance: Liquid, yellow
- Non-volatile content: Not applicable
- pH: Not applicable
- Density: 1.02 g/cm³ (DIN 51757 at 20°C)
- Viscosity: 20 – 50 mPa.s (DIN 53015 at 23°C)
- Color: Maximum Hazen value of 150 (ISO 6271)
- Hydroxyl number: Not applicable
- Refractive Index: 1.43 – 1.44 (DIN 51423 at 23°C)
Features:
- Lowers surface tension: Helps to lower the surface tension of a wide range of formulated systems.
- Inhibits surface defects: Prevents the formation of surface defects in coatings.
- Compatibility: Can be used with Borchi® Gol LA 2 to enhance slip properties.
Applications:
- Coatings:
  - General Industrial
  - Decorative
  - UV-cured systems
  - Wood
Dosage:
- The recommended dosage of Borchi® Gol LA 50 varies based on the desired effect and the type of system.
- Suggested usage levels range from 0.05% to 0.30% based on the total formulation weight.
Storage:
- Protect from weathering and light exposure.
- Store at temperatures between 5°C and 30°C.
- Containers should be resealed immediately after each use to maintain product quality.

Borchi® Gel 0625

Borchi® Gel 0625 is a non-ionic, polyurethane-based thickener specifically designed for waterborne coating systems. This product is free from VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), APEO (Alkylphenol Ethoxylates), and tin compounds, making it an environmentally friendly option.
Description:
Borchi® Gel 0625 is a high-viscosity liquid thickener that improves the rheological properties of waterborne coatings. It is especially effective in the medium to high shear range (1000 s⁻¹ - 10000 s⁻¹), depending on the binder type and other components of the formulation. This thickener is suitable for a variety of applications, including architectural paints, industrial coatings, adhesives, printing inks, and knifing fillers.
Key Characteristics:
- Appearance: High-viscous liquid
- Non-volatile content: 31 - 35% (ISO 3251)
- Density: 1.020 - 1.060 g/cm³ (DIN 53217 at 23°C)
- Viscosity: Maximum 15000 mPa·s (ISO 3219 at 23°C)
- Solvent: Water
Properties:
Borchi® Gel 0625 enhances the storage stability, leveling, and application properties of waterborne coatings. It is formulated with aliphatic isocyanates, ensuring that the cured film does not yellow or chalk over time.
Applications:
- Coatings applied by brush and roller
- E-coat coatings
- Spray applications
Particularly effective in:
- Industrial coatings
- Adhesives
- Printing inks
- Knifing fillers
Dosage:
- Typical usage levels range from 0.2% to 3.0% of the total formulation weight.
- Glossy paints generally require higher amounts.
- Can be added at any stage of the formulation process, preferably after the pigment/filler dispersion stage but before the let-down stage.
- For low-shear mixing conditions, a pre-dilution in water or a water/propylene glycol mixture may be necessary for complete incorporation.
Storage:
- Store at temperatures between 5°C and 30°C.
- Protect from weather effects.
- Reseal containers immediately after use to maintain product integrity.

UROTUF® L63-W-38

UROTUF® L63-W-38 is a waterborne polyurethane dispersion produced by Polynt Composites USA Inc. It is designed for use in various coating applications, offering a range of beneficial properties for different substrates.
Description:
- Type: Anionic stabilized aliphatic urethane polymer.
- Solids Content: 38% in water.
- Solvent Free: This version does not contain solvents, unlike its counterpart UROTUF® L63-MPW-38.
Features & Benefits:
- NMP Free: Does not contain N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone.
- Solvent Free: Contains no solvents.
- Low VOC: Low volatile organic compound content.
- High Hardness: Provides a hard film.
- Moderate Flexibility: Offers some flexibility in the film.
- Crosslinkable: Can be crosslinked for enhanced properties.
- Chemical Resistance: Resistant to various chemicals.
- Solvent Resistance: Good resistance to solvents.
- UV Resistance: Effective protection against ultraviolet light degradation.
Applications:
- Air Dry, Force Cure, and Baked Coatings: Suitable for different curing methods.
- Clear and Pigmented Coatings: Versatile for use with both transparent and colored finishes.
- Wood and Metal Coatings: Can be applied on wood and metal surfaces.
- Plastic and Leather Coatings: Effective for plastic and leather substrates.
Properties - Liquid:
- Neutralizer: Contains 1.6% Triethylamine (TEA).
- Viscosity: 134 cps.
- Solids: 37.5%.
- Density: 8.773 lb/gal.
- Acid Number: 8.78.
- VOC Content: 0.39 lb/gal or 47 g/l.
- pH: 7.61.
Shelf Life & Storage:
- Storage Conditions: Store at temperatures below 100°F and avoid freezing.
- Shelf Life: 12 months.
- Freezing: If frozen, warm to room temperature for 24 hours and mix well before use.
Typical Film Mechanical Properties:
- Modulus: 3300 psi @ 100%, 5847 psi @ 300%.
- Tensile Strength: 6656 psi.
- Elongation: 345%.
- Shore Hardness: Shore A 93, Shore D 62.
- Split Tear: 130 pli.
Typical Film Performance:
- Dry Time: Set: 30 min, Thru: 45 min, Hard: 1 hr 5 min, Tack Free (200 g): 1 hr 35 min, Tack Free (500 g): 1 hr 55 min.
- Hardness: Sward: 52, Konig: 119, Pencil: F.
- Impact Resistance: 160 in-lbs (Direct/Reverse).
- Mandrel Bend: Pass at 1/8".
- Chemical Resistance: Rated on a scale of 0-5 (no effect to severe effect) for various chemicals.
- Solvent Rubs: Ethanol: 100, Methyl ethyl ketone: >200, Isopropanol: >200, Xylene: >200.
- Gloss: 60 degrees: 93, 20 degrees: 79.
- Coefficient of Friction: 0.70.
Suggested Formulation:
A clear coat formula includes UROTUF® L63-W-38, Ethyl Carbitol, BYK 345, Surfynol 104 E, BYK 028, DSX-1514, Aquacer 539, and water.

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Borchi® Gel 0620

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Bayoxide® Z active

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Bayhydrol® UH XP 2592

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UROTUF® L63-W-38

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