Products in Automotive & Transportation: Solventborne Coating

HALOX® 430 is a non-toxic, heavy metal-free anticorrosive pigment designed for use in waterborne and solventborne protective coating systems. HALOX® 430 is based on a unique synergy between an ion scavenging and passivation mechanism. It is recommended for use in long-term applications where the use of heavy metals, such as zinc, strontium, barium, molybdenum, and chromate, is of concern.

IMSIL® A-15 is a microcrystalline silica filler that is produced from an inert, naturally occurring alpha quartz with a unique grape-like morphology. Easily wetted and dispersed in either solvent or water-based systems, IMSIL® is selected for its excellent tint retention, durability over prolonged exposure, and resistance to dirt and weathering.

IMSIL® A-30 is a microcrystalline silica filler that is produced from an inert, naturally occurring alpha quartz with a unique grape-like morphology. Easily wetted and dispersed in either solvent or water-based systems, IMSIL® is selected for its excellent tint retention, durability over prolonged exposure, and resistance to dirt and weathering.

IMSIL® A-75 is a microcrystalline silica filler that is produced from an inert, naturally occurring alpha quartz with a unique grape-like morphology. Easily wetted and dispersed in either solvent or water-based systems, IMSIL® is selected for its excellent tint retention, durability over prolonged exposure, and resistance to dirt and weathering.

AFCONA 5290 is a 100% solid dispersant created for high-solid systems and formulations that are facing VOC limitations. It is suitable for all solvent-based systems ranging from low to high polarity, including air-dry alkyd. It has very good pigment stability and performance. It gives good viscosity reduction and high color strength. AFCONA 5290 is provided with almost 100% active ingredient; therefore, it is an excellent dispersant for high-solid coatings like polyurethane, epoxy and UV coatings.

AFCONA 4720 is a 100% active, solvent-free dispersion agent based on a three-block high molecular weight polymer and a group of anchoring agents. Its advanced structure allows for the development of pigment dispersions that have improved compatibility across a wide range of applications.

IMSIL® 1240 is a microcrystalline silica filler that is produced from an inert, naturally occurring alpha quartz with a unique grape-like morphology. Easily wetted and dispersed in either solvent or water-based systems, IMSIL® is selected for its excellent tint retention, durability over prolonged exposure, and resistance to dirt and weathering.

AFCONA 5209 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive used to improve the wetting of pigment surfaces. AFCONA 5209 is the 100% version of AFCONA 5009. It reduces the interfacial tension between pigments or extenders and the vehicle. It stabilizes the pigments through electrical charge repulsion forces.

AFCONA 6755 is in the same category as AFCONA 6745, however, it is specifically designed for water-based systems. Therefore, it should always be used in combination with one of the AFCONA 4000-series high molecular weight dispersants. The specially modified surface of AFCONA 6755 provides an anchoring spot for the dispersant on the pigment. Thus, it improves the anchoring efficiency of a dispersant, which gives better pigment stability.

AFCONA 5220 helps to wet and disperse inorganic pigments, mainly TiO2, and extenders. It helps to wet and disperse inorganic pigments, mainly TiO2, and extenders. AFCONA 5220 is special designed as an effective dispersant for TiO2. Therefore, recommended for pure white systems.

AFCONA 6745 is a synergist additive that is specifically designed for use with phthalocyanine pigments, carbon blacks, and organic violets. It should not be used on its own, but rather in combination with one of the AFCONA 4000-series high molecular weight dispersants.

IMSIL® A-25 is a microcrystalline silica filler that is produced from an inert, naturally occurring alpha quartz with a unique grape-like morphology. Easily wetted and dispersed in either solvent or water-based systems, IMSIL® is selected for its excellent tint retention, durability over prolonged exposure, and resistance to dirt and weathering.

AFCONA 5281 is an effective dispersing agent for organic and carbon black pigments. It stabilizes the pigments through steric hindrance and its high solids content makes it suitable for low VOC coatings applications. AFCONA 5281 can be used as the sole dispersant in pigment concentrates or be combined with other high molecular weight dispersants, such as AFCONA 4071 or AFCONA 4701, in order to optimize compatibility and cost-effectiveness. Furthermore, AFCONA 5281 can also be used as a post-addition in systems to achieve improved pigment stability.

AFCONA 4400 is a high molecular weight polymeric dispersant for deflocculation of all type of pigments. It is an effective polymeric dispersant for stabilizing inorganic and organic pigments. It has very good stability performance, through effective steric hindrance, on all type of pigments.

IMSIL® A-10 is a microcrystalline silica filler that is produced from an inert, naturally occurring alpha quartz with a unique grape-like morphology. Easily wetted and dispersed in either solvent or water-based systems, IMSIL® is selected for its excellent tint retention, durability over prolonged exposure, and resistance to dirt and weathering.

IMSIL® A-8 is a microcrystalline silica filler that is produced from an inert, naturally occurring alpha quartz with a unique grape-like morphology. Easily wetted and dispersed in either solvent or water-based systems, IMSIL® is selected for its excellent tint retention, durability over prolonged exposure, and resistance to dirt and weathering.

AFCONA 2025 is a moderate defoamer with minimal side effects that prevents the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application. It offers a combination of good defoaming and compatibility with most resin systems, and is recommended for medium-viscosity applications applied by spray and brush.

AFCONA 4403 is a high molecular weight polymeric dispersant for deflocculation of all types of pigments. It is an effective polymeric dispersant for stabilizing inorganic and organic pigments, and has excellent stability performance due to its effective steric hindrance on all types of pigments.

AFCONA 6700 is an anti-gel additive for air- drying alkyds and heat-cured coating systems. In air-drying alkyd paints, the ketoxime in AFCONA 6700 forms a protective layer on the surface of the paint to reduce the oxidation caused by oxygen in the air.

AFCONA 2021 is a silicone-free defoamer with balanced performance for compatibility and defoaming, ideal for use in various coating systems. It can prevent air entrapment during stirring and pumping, and is especially suited for solvent-based coatings where foam formation is an issue when spraying or brushing.

DCL A3RN Indanthrone Blue, PB.60 is a red shade of highly saturated blue that combines very good tinctorial properties with excellent fastness properties. It is a highly transparent blue suitable for opaque and effect shades and is used in high-end coatings and ink applications.

DCL A2RX Indanthrone Blue, PB.60 is a highly saturated, red-shaded blue that offers excellent tinctorial and fastness properties. It is highly transparent and suitable for opaque and effect shades, and especially recommended for high-quality automotive coatings, laminates, specialty coatings, and inks.

DCL 2GLMA Bismuth Vanadate, PY.184 is renowned for its highly saturated, bright yellow shades, outstanding opacity, chemical resistance, excellent weathering, and durability across the color gamut from pale tints to masstone. It is the standard reference for both solvent and waterborne systems in automotive, coil and other high-performance paints. Additionally, its superior covering power and durability make it a popular choice for general industrial paints.

DCL ORS Bismuth Orange, PO.86 is honored to present a brand-new color index for the coatings and plastics market. PO.86 is the cleanest inorganic orange pigment available and is recommended for use in premium-grade coatings for automotive, industrial, and architectural applications. It is suitable for use in both solvent and water/universal coatings.

DCL 1029 Perylene Violet, PV.29 is a high-performance pigment that features a reddish-maroon shade with a high tinting strength. It is primarily recommended for use in plastics and solvent-based industrial coating applications. Additionally, this product is FDA-approved.

DCL 7136 Benzimidazolone Orange, PO.36 is a high-performance blue-shades orange pigment for use in high-end coating applications. It can be used in all coatings, but is recommended for the highest-end coating applications, where excellent weather fastness, heat stability, chemical resistance, rheology, and dispersion are required.

DCL A3R Indanthrone Blue, PB.60 is a red shade of highly saturated blue that combines very good tinctorial properties with excellent fastness properties. DCC Blue A3R is a highly transparent blue suitable for opaque and effect shades and is used in high-end coatings, plastics, and ink applications.

DCL 7336 Benzimidazolone Orange, PO.36 is a high performance blue shade orange pigment, ideal for use in high-end coating applications that require excellent weather fastness, heat stability, chemical resistance, rheology, and dispersion. It is suitable for use in all coatings but is particularly recommended for the most demanding applications.

DCL 7222 Quinacridone Magenta, PR.122 is a highly versatile pigment suitable for use in coatings, inks, and plastic applications. This blue-shaded red pigment is FDA-approved and offers a clean, vibrant shade with excellent fastness properties. Widely used for shading other reds, creating special-effect metallic finishes, and formulating pinks, PR.122 is the basis for the magenta colorant worldwide and is employed in virtually all machine tinting systems, both architectural and industrial.

DCL 7854 Benzimidazolone Yellow, PY.154 is a high-performance, green-shade yellow for use in high-end coatings applications, offering superb weather fastness and chemical resistance ideal for automotive applications, including OEM, refinish, and fleet. Additionally, its enhanced rheology and low foam enable high mill base loadings in aqueous and solvent-borne systems, making it exceptional for use in non-automotive applications, such as architectural concrete coatings and industrial coatings.

AFCONA 3280 is a special modified polysiloxane that is soluble in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, esters and ketones, but insoluble in water. It offers slip, defoaming, and improvement of surface characteristics without hurting intercoat adhesion. Additionally, it offers better hot water resistance than other polyether modified polysiloxanes.

AFCONA 5210 helps to wet and disperse inorganic pigments, mainly TiO2 and extenders. It is specially designed as an effective dispersant for TiO2 and recommended for use in pure white systems. However, if the white base needs to be tinted with other colors later, AFCONA 4010 is a better choice.

AFCONA 2040 is a moderate defoamer with minimal side effects that prevents the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application. It offers a combination of good defoaming and compatibility with most resin systems. It is recommended for medium-viscosity applications applied by spray and brush, and is particularly suitable for systems ranging from low polarity to high polarity. AFCONA 2035 is recommended for brush and conventional spray applications.

AFCONA 2022 is a strong defoamer that is easy to incorporate. This is a silicone-containing version of AFCONA 2020. This product prevents the formation of foam and blisters during the manufacturing and application of solvent-based and solvent-free coatings. AFCONA 2022 is a particularly compatible defoamer that works during production and application, especially in curtain coating processes.

AFCONA 3758 is a leveling and flow control agent for solvent-based coatings with anti-crater properties. AFCONA 3758 is a special modified polyacrylic polymer. It reduces drastically surface tension of organic coating systems. This, together with good compatibility in most solvent-based systems and with minimal foam stabilizing effect, makes it very effective as an anti-crater and flow control agent for all solvent-based coatings.

AFCONA 3700 is a wetting, leveling and flow control agent for solvent-free and solvent-based coatings with excellent anti-crater properties. AFCONA 3700 is a highly fluorocarbon modified polyacrylic polymer. It has very low surface tension and therefore it can substitute and perform as silicones without the side effects of silicones.