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SURFYNOL® DF-37 DEFOAMER

Surfynol® DF-37 Defoamer is an organic oil-based defoamer designed for various industrial applications, including latex dipping processes, coating formulations, and inks. Here's an overview:
Description:
- Surfynol DF-37 is effective in controlling foam in latex dipping processes, coatings, and inks, among other industrial applications.
- It reduces the occurrence of surface defects such as fisheyes, craters, and retraction, thanks to its wetting capabilities.
- This defoamer also offers inherent wetting properties, aiding in dewebbing and consistent coverage of ceramic and synthetic forms used in latex dipping.
Advantages:
- Excellent defoaming properties.
- Improves wet-out of improperly cleaned forms and low-energy substrates due to inherent surfactant properties.
- Compatible with latex.
- Superior dewebbing performance, even at low concentrations.
- Good freeze-thaw stability.
- Compliant with certain FDA regulations.
Recommended Usage:
- Use between 0.1 and 0.5% of the total formulation weight in coatings.
- For dewebbing, use between 0.5 and 0.3% of the total formulation weight.
- Add on a wet basis, then mix under moderate shear for 15-30 minutes.
Storage and Handling:
- Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place.
- Mix thoroughly before use.
- The product is freeze-thaw stable, but may separate on standing or freezing. If separation occurs, bring the product to 20-30°C and mix thoroughly before use.
Shelf Life:
- The shelf life is 12 months from the date of manufacture.
Handling Precautions:
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet for Surfynol DF-37 defoamer.
Technical Data:
- Appearance: Hazy, yellow to amber liquid.
- Viscosity @ 20°C: 356 mPas.
- Specific Gravity @ 20°C: 0.97-0.98.
- Flash Point (°C): >109.
- Pour Point (°C): 3.
- Activity: 100%.
- VOC (US EPA Method 24): 0.

SURFYNOL® 465

SURFYNOL® 465 is a substrate wetting additive designed for waterborne coatings and inks. Here's an overview of its features:
Description:
- SURFYNOL® 465 is an effective substrate wetting agent with excellent solubility in aqueous systems. It is specifically formulated for water-based coatings and inks.
Key Benefits:
- Low-foam dynamics for surface tension reduction.
- Good wetting of particles and substrates.
- Suitable for formulations compliant with food contact regulations.
Effect:
- Enhances substrate wetting.
- Acts as an anti-crater agent.
- Promotes flow.
- Assists in defoaming.
- Reduces static and dynamic surface tension.
Suitability:
- Compatible with waterborne, solvent-borne, 2-pack, 100% radiation-curing, pigmented coatings, and clear coatings.
Typical Applications:
- Printing inks.
- General industrial coatings.
- Can coatings.
Technical Data:
- Active matter content: 100%
- Appearance: Clear colored liquid
- Chemical description: Ethoxylated acetylenic diol surfactant
- Solvent: Not applicable
Solubility:
- Water: Soluble
- Ethanol: Partly soluble
- TPGDA, Acetone, Butyl acetate, Mineral Spirits: Soluble
Recommended Addition Level:
- 0.1 - 2.0% calculated on the total formulation.
Processing Instructions:
- Can be added to the coating as supplied or as a predilution.
- Can be introduced in the grind and let-down stage.
Handling & Storage:
- Shelf life of 60 months from the date of manufacture when stored in original unopened packaging.
- Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place.
- Normally freeze-thaw stable; if phase separation or freezing occurs at colder temperatures, warm the container to 40°C and mix thoroughly before use.

SURFYNOL® 485W

SURFYNOL® 485W is a low-viscosity substrate wetting agent designed for waterborne coatings and inks. Here's a summary of its features:
Description:
- SURFYNOL® 485W is a low-viscosity substrate wetting agent suitable for water-based coatings and inks, with high solubility in aqueous systems. It also offers stabilization and emulsification properties.
Key Benefits:
- Provides dynamic substrate wetting.
- Offers good emulsification and stabilization.
- Suitable for use in formulations compliant with food contact regulations.
Effect:
- Enhances substrate wetting.
- Acts as an anti-crater agent.
- Promotes flow.
- Aids in defoaming.
- Reduces static and dynamic surface tension.
Suitability:
- Compatible with waterborne, solvent-borne, 2-pack, 100% radiation-curing, pigmented coatings, and clear coatings.
Typical Applications:
- General industrial coatings.
- Wood coatings.
- Architectural paints.
- Printing inks.
Technical Data:
- Active matter content: 75%
- Appearance: Clear colored liquid
- Chemical description: Ethoxylated acetylenic surfactant
- Solvent: Water
Solubility:
- Water: Soluble
- Ethanol: Partly soluble
- TPGDA, Acetone, Butyl acetate, Mineral Spirits: Soluble
Recommended Addition Level:
- 0.1 - 2.0% calculated on the total formulation.
Processing Instructions:
- Can be added to the coating as supplied or as a predilution.
- Can be introduced in the grind and let-down stage.
Handling & Storage:
- Shelf life of 60 months from the date of manufacture when stored in original unopened packaging.
- Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place.
- Normally freeze-thaw stable; if phase separation or freezing occurs at colder temperatures, warm the container to 40°C and mix thoroughly before use.

Polymer ST 77

Polymer ST 77 is a flexible adhesive designed for demanding applications where a balanced stress-strain behavior is required, particularly in transport and assembly applications. Here are its key features:
Technical Properties:
- Appearance: Colorless and transparent.
- Viscosity: Approximately 40,000 mPas.
- Plasticizer: Elatur® CH.
- Tensile Strength in Formulation: 3.2 N/mm².
- Elongation in Formulation: 475%.
Applications:
- Suitable for assembly applications where quick processing and rapid strength development are essential.
- Common uses include the assembly of superstructural parts, bumpers, etc., where mechanical fastening may not be preferable due to potential material damage.
Technical Information:
- Polymer ST 77 is free of phthalates and recommended for demanding applications requiring a balanced stress-strain behavior.
- Offers excellent adhesion to aluminum, steel, plastics, and fiber-reinforced composites.
- Formulation without tin catalysts and phthalate plasticizers makes it an attractive solution for green and sustainable adhesive formulations.
- Care should be taken in selecting raw materials with low water content, especially fillers like CaCO3, which can be pre-dried at higher temperatures before use.
- Storage containers should maintain a consistent temperature with their surroundings to prevent water condensation and product contamination, particularly important during winter storage.
- Clean and dry processing equipment is necessary, with surfaces cleanable using volatile solvents like acetone if required.
- Activation for reaction occurs upon catalyst addition or exposure to moisture, after which it should be stored in dry, closed containers.
Packaging:
- Available in 950 kg IBC containers and 1L aluminum bottles for samples.
Shelf Life:
- Stable for 9 months in closed containers at temperatures up to 104°F (40°C).

Polymer ST 61 LV

Polymer ST 61 LV is a plasticizer-free product designed to address the same formulation properties as Polymer ST 61, with the following characteristics:
Technical Properties:
- Appearance: Colorless and transparent.
- Viscosity: Approximately 12,000 mPas, which is about 70% less than Polymer ST 61.
- Plasticizer: None.
- Tensile Strength in Formulation: 1-5 N/mm².
- Elongation in Formulation: 80-230%.
- Shore A in Formulation: 30-70.
Applications:
- Polymer ST 61 LV is intended for use in wood floor adhesive formulations requiring low viscosity.
- It allows for quicker dosing, lower formulation viscosities, and higher possible filler loading levels compared to Polymer ST 61.
Technical Information:
- Like Polymer ST 61, Polymer ST 61 LV is a silane-terminated polymer suitable for formulations meeting eco-label requirements such as "Blauer Engel" or "Emicode EC1".
- It maintains mechanical performance while allowing high filler dosages without compromising tensile strength.
- Similar to Polymer ST 61, care should be taken in selecting raw materials with low water content, especially fillers like CaCO3. Pre-drying fillers before use is recommended.
- Storage containers should be kept at temperatures similar to their surroundings to prevent water condensation, particularly important in winter.
- Clean and dry processing equipment is necessary, and surfaces can be cleaned with volatile solvents like acetone if needed.
- The product activates for reaction upon catalyst addition or exposure to moisture, after which it must be stored in closed, dry containers.
Packaging:
- Available in 950 kg IBC containers and 1 kg aluminum bottles for samples.
Shelf Life:
- Shelf life is 9 months when stored in closed containers at temperatures up to 104°F (40°C).

Polymer ST 61

Polymer ST 61 is a high-quality polymer primarily used in wood floor adhesive formulations. Here are the key details about this product:
Technical Properties:
- Appearance: Colorless and transparent.
- Viscosity: Approximately 35,000 mPas.
- Plasticizer: None.
- Tensile Strength in Formulation: 1-5 N/mm².
- Elongation in Formulation: 80-230%.
- Shore A in Formulation: 30-70.
Applications:
- Polymer ST 61 provides flexibility in adhesive formulations, allowing for adhesives with high strength and hardness, as well as soft adhesives with high elasticity.
- Examples of formulations include those with varying tensile strength, elongation, and Shore A hardness.
Technical Information:
- Polymer ST 61 is specifically designed for high-quality wood floor adhesives that require both strength and elasticity.
- It is suitable for formulations meeting the requirements of eco-labels such as "Blauer Engel" or "Emicode EC1".
- The mechanical performance of Polymer ST 61 allows for high filler dosages without compromising tensile strength.
- Care should be taken in selecting raw materials with low water content, especially fillers like CaCO3. Pre-drying fillers before use is recommended.
- Storage containers should be kept at temperatures similar to their surroundings to prevent water condensation, especially in winter.
- Clean and dry processing equipment is necessary, and surfaces can be cleaned with volatile solvents like acetone if needed.
- The product is activated for reaction upon catalyst addition or exposure to moisture, after which it should be kept in closed, dry containers.
Packaging:
- Available in 950 kg IBC containers and 1 kg aluminum packs for samples.
Shelf Life:
- Shelf life is 9 months when stored in closed containers at temperatures up to 104°F (40°C).

VESTANAT® EP-EF 201

VESTANAT EP-EF 201 is a ready catalyzed polyethoxysilane primarily used as a crosslinker or sole binder in the formulation of highly scratch- and chemical-resistant coatings, particularly for applications like wood, plastic, maintenance, car refinish, and DIY projects. Here are some key points about it:
1. General Description:
  - It's designed for use in highly scratch-resistant coatings, including NISO coatings (Non-isocyanate coatings).
  - Suitable for "do-it-yourself" (DIY) applications.
2. Typical Data:
  - Solid content: 96% by weight
  - Viscosity at 23°C: Approximately 350 mPas
  - Color: ≤ 50 mg Pt/l (Hazen)
3. Properties and Applications:
  - Can be used as a sole binder or in combination with other resins (e.g., acrylate resins) to formulate coatings.
  - Curing takes place from 0°C.
  - No isocyanate-based hardener is required for the system, but it can be used in combination with VESTANAT EP-EF 201 if needed.
4. Storage:
  - Store in a tightly sealed and nitrogen-blanketed container to prevent moisture ingress.
  - Recommended storage temperature is room temperature to avoid increased yellowing.
  - Storage stability data is yet to be established.
5. Safety and Handling:
  - Consideration should be given to the formation of ethanol during curing.
  - Safety handling information is available in the safety data sheet.
It's important to note that as an experimental product, definitive statements regarding its properties, processability, and long-term performance are not yet established. Users should conduct careful inspection and testing, and performance should be verified through testing by qualified experts.

VESTALITE® S 102

VESTALITE S 102 is another curing agent designed for epoxy resin matrix applications in Sheet Molding Compound (SMC). Here's an overview of its properties and specifications:
1. General Description:
  - VESTALITE S 102 facilitates low initial viscosity during compounding, ensuring excellent fiber wetting and efficient processing.
  - Its high reactivity allows for fast curing in about 3 minutes at 150°C.
2. Specification:
  - The neat resin system has a clear, transparent appearance with a density of 0.91 g/cm³ and a viscosity of less than 50 mPa*s at 25°C.
  - The mixing ratio of VESTALITE S 102 to standard epoxy resin (EEW ∼ 182) is 25.4 parts to 100 parts.
  - The curing time at 150°C is 3-4 minutes.
3. Handling and Processing:
  - Preheating the resin to 30°C before processing is recommended.
  - Disperse the catalyst into the resin and mix the hardener with the resin.
  - The resulting mixture can be processed for at least 30 minutes.
  - Produced SMC sheets will solidify after approximately 6-8 hours and remain meltable at 60-80°C.
  - Sheets should mature for at least 3 days at 25°C before use.
4. Molding Conditions for SMC Sheets:
  - Molding pressure: 100-200 bar
  - Molding temperature: 150°C
  - Mold coverage: 50-80%
  - Curing time: 3-4 minutes
5. Properties of Cured Neat Resin System:
  - Tensile modulus: 2930 MPa
  - Tensile stress at break: 80 MPa
  - Tensile strain at break: 6%
  - Flexural modulus: 2910 MPa
  - Flexural strength: 120 MPa
  - Flexural strain at break: 7%
  - Glass Transition temperature (Tg): 120°C
6. Properties of Cured SMC Material (68.1% carbon fiber mass fraction):
  - Tensile modulus: 44 GPa
  - Tensile strength at break: 263 MPa
  - Tensile strain at break: 0.7%
  - Compressive modulus: 35.1 GPa
  - Compressive strength: 323 MPa
  - Flexural modulus: 39 GPa
  - Flexural strength: 545 MPa
  - Flexural strain at break: 1.8%
  - Charpy Impact Strength: 107 KJ/m²
7. Emission Test:
  - Volatile organic compounds: 9 µg/g
As with all products, users should verify performance through testing and follow safety guidelines provided in the safety data sheet.

VESTALITE® S 101

VESTALITE S 101 is a curing agent specifically designed for epoxy resin matrix applications in Sheet Molding Compound (SMC). Here are its key features:
1. General Description:
  - It is a curing agent that facilitates low initial viscosity during compounding, ensuring excellent fiber wetting and efficient processing.
  - The high reactivity of the hardener enables fast curing in approximately 4-5 minutes at 150°C.
2. Specification:
  - The neat resin system has a clear, transparent appearance with a density of 0.91 g/cm³ and a viscosity of less than 50 mPa*s at 25°C.
  - The mixing ratio of VESTALITE S 101 to standard epoxy resin (EEW ∼ 188) is 25.3 parts to 100 parts.
  - The curing time at 150°C is 4-5 minutes.
3. Handling and Processing:
  - Preheating the resin to 30°C before processing is recommended.
  - The resin can be mixed with an internal release agent and the hardener.
  - The resulting mixture can be processed for at least 30 minutes.
  - SMC sheets produced will solidify after approximately 6-8 hours and are still meltable at 60-80°C.
  - Matured SMC sheets should be stored for at least 3 days at 25°C before use.
4. Molding Conditions for SMC Sheets:
  - Molding pressure: 100-200 bar
  - Molding temperature: 150°C
  - Mold coverage: 50-80%
  - Curing time: 3-4 minutes
5. Properties of Cured Neat Resin System:
  - Tensile modulus: 2930 MPa
  - Tensile stress at break: 80 MPa
  - Tensile strain at break: 6%
  - Flexural modulus: 2910 MPa
  - Flexural strength: 120 MPa
  - Flexural strain at break: 7%
  - Glass Transition temperature (Tg): 120°C
6. Emission Test:
  - Volatile organic compounds: 9 µg/g
VESTALITE S 101 is a trademark of Evonik Industrie AG. As with all products, users should verify performance through testing and follow safety guidelines provided in the safety data sheet.

VESTANAT® EP-M 222 X

VESTANAT EP-M 222 X is an experimental product developed by Evonik. Here are its key features:
1. Chemical Composition:
  - It is a methoxysilane functional urethane crosslinker dissolved at 85% in xylene.
2. Specification:
  - Viscosity: It has a viscosity ranging from 5000 to 10000 mPas at 23°C.
  - Non-volatile constituent: The non-volatile constituent is 85% by weight.
  - NCO-content: The NCO-content is ≤ 0.1% by weight.
3. Properties and Applications:
  - VESTANAT EP-M 222 X is primarily used to increase the flexibility of scratch-resistant stoving coatings, particularly those based on VESTANAT EP-M 95.
  - It finds applications in automotive (OEM, car refinish), plastic, and maintenance coatings.
  - It can be used in combination with other crosslinkers such as VESTANAT EP-M 95, VESTANAT EP-MF 201, or VESTANAT EP-MF 202.
  - Catalysts may be added to adjust the reactivity profile.
4. Storage and Handling:
  - Due to its sensitivity to moisture, it's advised to store VESTANAT EP-M 222 X in a tightly sealed container.
  - Information on storage stability is not yet available due to its experimental nature.
5. Safety:
  - Proper provisions should be in place to protect workers from the formation of methanol during curing.
  - Safety data sheets should be referred to for detailed handling instructions.
As with other experimental products, VESTANAT EP-M 222 X is still in the development stage, and final information on its properties, storage stability, and applications may evolve over time. Users should exercise caution and refer to safety data sheets for detailed safety information.