Borchi® Gen 0851 is a high-molecular weight, polyurethane-based wetting and dispersing agent specifically designed for waterborne coatings systems. It is a non-ionic additive known for its exceptional wetting and deflocculation properties, making it suitable for high-quality industrial applications, particularly those requiring water-based solutions. Notably, it is VOC (volatile organic compounds) free, which aligns with environmental and safety standards.
Characteristics:
- Non-volatile content: 48 - 52% (ISO 3251)
- Viscosity: Maximum 1000 mPa·s (ISO 3219 at 20°C)
Properties:
- Effective Additive: It enhances the wetting, dispersing, and stabilizing of pigments in waterborne coatings.
- Shelf-Life Extension: It prevents pigment settling and re-flocculation, thus extending the shelf life of paints and pigment concentrates.
- Viscosity Reduction: It reduces the viscosity of carbon black and organic pigment dispersions, allowing for the production of highly concentrated pigment pastes.
- Enhances Gloss and Reduces Haze: This improves the appearance of cured films.
- Color Intensity and Paste Stability: Especially beneficial for applications using carbon blacks and perylene pigments.
- Versatile pH Compatibility: Can be used across all pH ranges.
Applications:
- Industries: Automotive OEM, repaint formulations, pigmented furniture finishes, and UV-cured systems.
- Binder Systems and Pigment Pastes:
- Aqueous: Suitable for various water-based systems.
- Solventborne: Can be used in solvent-based applications.
- PUR (Polyurethane), EP (Epoxy), Acrylate, Alkyd, UV (Ultraviolet), NC (Nitrocellulose): Suitable for these specific resin systems.
- Pigments: Applicable for titanium dioxide, inorganic, organic, carbon black, and perylene pigments.
Dosage:
- Addition Method: Should be added slowly to the mill base with agitation before pigments are introduced. For resin-free systems, it should be mixed well with water before adding pigments.
- Recommended Dosage:
- Titanium dioxide: 3 - 6%
- Organic pigments: 15 - 70%
- Carbon blacks: 40 - 100%
- The exact amount should be experimentally determined based on the particle size and surface area of the pigments.
Storage:
- Conditions: Protect from weathering and light, store at temperatures between 5 and 30°C.
- Handling: Containers should be resealed immediately after use.
Safety:
- Refer to Safety Data Sheet: For detailed safety information and handling procedures.
Borchi® Gen 0851 is a versatile and effective additive for improving the quality and stability of waterborne coatings, particularly in high-end industrial applications.