Products in Paints & Coatings: Monomer

Wacker Chemie Silane M1-Trimethoxy is a clear, colorless liquid with the characteristic odor of alcohols. It is primarily used to provide water repellency to various surfaces and materials, such as mineral fillers, pigments, glass, and cardboard. Additionally, SILANE M1-TRIMETHOXY is employed in the manufacturing of silicone resins and condensation-curing silicone rubber. It also finds application in aqueous sol-gel coating systems to produce organic-inorganic hybrids.

GENIOSIL® XL 10 is an alkoxyvinyl silane compound. When exposed to moisture, the silane undergoes hydrolysis, resulting in the release of methanol. This hydrolysis process leads to the formation of silanols, which have the ability to react with each other and form siloxanes. The applications of GENIOSIL® XL 10 include marine and protective coatings, plastic additives, and plastic crosslinking.

Deltech Vinyl Toluene (VT) is a mixture of methylstyrene isomers, with approximately 55% meta and 45% para isomer distribution. This reactive monomer readily polymerizes to form a high-clarity, colorless polymer with excellent electrical and physical properties. In many applications, VT demonstrates superior properties compared to styrene monomer.

VISIOMER® 1,3-BDDMA (1,3-butanediol dimethacrylate) is a dimethacrylate monomer with low viscosity. It is well-suited for use as a crosslinking agent, providing cohesive strength to polymers. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including adhesives and sealants, composites, construction, as well as plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® HEMA-P 100 is a monofunctional methacrylate with a phosphate group in the side chain. It enables superior adhesion to polar surfaces such as metals, glass, ceramics, and concrete. In direct-to-metal coatings, it enhances corrosion resistance and improves film strength. This monomer can be used as a functional co-monomer in acrylic emulsions for coating resins, as a reactive co-diluent in composite resins, or as an adhesion promoter in adhesive formulations.

VISIOMER® 1,4-BDDMA is a low viscosity dimethacrylate monomer widely used as a crosslinker. It serves as an excellent replacement for styrene in composite resin, functioning as an adhesion promoter and a hardener for PVC plastisols. Additionally, it acts as a coagent for peroxide crosslinking of elastomers. This versatile compound finds applications in industries such as adhesives and sealants, composites, construction, and plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® EGDMA (ethylene glycol dimethacrylate) is a hydrophilic dimethacrylate monomer renowned for its low viscosity. It is an excellent choice as a crosslinking agent, effectively enhancing the resistance properties of polymers and elastomers. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, personal care, and healthcare, as well as plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® Terra C13-MA (methacrylic ester 13.0) is a specialty monomer that offers enhanced water repellency and improved resistance against polar solvents. It is commonly employed to increase the hydrophobicity of resins, making them more resistant to water and other polar substances. This particular monomer is derived from raw materials obtained from natural oils, highlighting its environmentally friendly nature. VISIOMER® Terra C13-MA finds applications in various industries including adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, oil and gas, paper, personal care, and healthcare.

VISIOMER® 1,6-HDDMA (1,6-hexanediol dimethacrylate) is a hydrophobic dimethacrylate monomer highly suitable as a crosslinker for reactive systems. This versatile monomer finds applications in industries such as 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, as well as plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® PEG 200 DMA (polyethylene glycol 200 dimethacrylate) is an aliphatic dimethacrylate monomer with low viscosity, making it an excellent choice as a co-monomer to enhance the mechanical properties and chemical resistance of resins. This label-free monomer finds applications in a variety of industries, including 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, composites, construction and, personal care.

VISIOMER® BDGMA (butyl diglycol methacrylate) is a monofunctional and label-free methacrylate monomer that contains ether functionality. It possesses a very low glass transition temperature (Tg), making it an excellent plasticizing monomer. This compound is utilized in the formulation of polymers, copolymers, and light-curing systems. Industries such as adhesives and sealants, coatings, and construction benefit from the versatile properties of VISIOMER® BDGMA.

VISIOMER® MPEG 750 MA W is a highly polar monomer with excellent water solubility. It is composed of methoxy polyethylene glycol 750 methacrylate, with a concentration of 50% in water. This monomer is commonly used as a co-polymerizable emulsifier to stabilize latex polymer systems, particularly emulsions. Industries such as coatings, oil and gas, personal care, and pharma and healthcare can benefit from its properties.

VISIOMER® MPEG 500 MA is a pure and water-free methoxy polyethylene glycol methacrylate monomer, available in liquid form for easy handling. It is soluble in water and consists of approximately 12 ethylene oxide (EO) units in its chain. Industries such as coatings, healthcare, and personal care can utilize this monomer for various applications.

VISIOMER® TMPTMA (trimethylol propane trimethacrylate) is a trifunctional methacrylate monomer renowned for its ability to serve as a crosslinking agent. It imparts cohesive strength and high temperature resistance to polymers and elastomers by forming dense networks. This versatile monomer finds applications in industries such as 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, as well as plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® MADAME is a monofunctional methacrylate with a tertiary amino group in the side chain. It is an ideal ingredient for improving the adhesion of formulations. This monomer is widely used in the preparation of cationic polymers, particularly quaternary ammonium polymers and flocculants. Industries such as coatings, oil and gas, paper, and personal care can benefit from the unique properties of VISIOMER® MADAME.

VISIOMER® TRGDMA (triethylene glycol dimethacrylate) is a dimethacrylate monomer with low viscosity, making it well-suited for use as a crosslinking agent in free radical polymerization. Additionally, it serves as an adhesion promoter and hardener for PVC plastisols, as well as a component in reactive resins. This versatile compound finds applications in a wide range of industries, including 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, personal care, and healthcare, as well as plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® MPEG 2005 MA W is a highly polar monomer with excellent water solubility. It consists of methoxy polyethylene glycol 2000 methacrylate, with a concentration of 50% in water. This monomer finds applications in industries such as construction, oil and gas, and personal care.

VISIOMER® ETMA (ethyltriglycol methacrylate) is a hydrophilic methacrylate monomer known for its ability to enhance adhesion, flexibility, and minimize shrinkage in polymers. It exhibits low volatility and serves as a reactive diluent in reactive systems. This versatile compound finds applications in industries such as adhesives and sealants, as well as coatings.

VISIOMER® MPEG 1005 MA W is a highly polar monomer with excellent water solubility. It consists of methoxy polyethylene glycol 1000 methacrylate, with a concentration of 50% in water. This monomer finds applications in industries such as construction, oil and gas, and personal care.

VISIOMER® Terra IBOMA is a bulky side-chain alkyl methacrylate monomer known for its exceptionally high glass transition temperature (Tg). It offers the advantage of lowering viscosity in polymers, enabling the formulation of high solids content. This monomer finds applications in various industries, including adhesives and sealants, coatings, and composites.

VISIOMER® Terra C17,4-MA (methacrylic ester 17.4) is a methacrylate monomer with a long alkyl chain, resulting in a low glass transition temperature (Tg). This monomer is commonly used to enhance the hydrophobicity of resins, making them more resistant to water and other polar substances. In addition to its role as a hydrophobicity enhancer, VISIOMER® Terra C17,4-MA is also employed as a flexibilizer and internal plasticizer in coatings and reactive resins applications. By incorporating this monomer into formulations, manufacturers can achieve improved flexibility and enhanced performance of their coatings and reactive resins.

VISIOMER® HEMA-P 70 M is a monofunctional methacrylate with a phosphate group in the side chain. It is supplied in 30% methyl methacrylate, which gives it a low viscosity and makes it easy to handle. This monomer provides superior adhesion to polar surfaces such as metals, glass, ceramics, and concrete. In direct-to-metal coatings, it enhances corrosion resistance and improves film strength. Visiomer® HEMA-P 70M can be used as a functional co-monomer in acrylic emulsions for coating resins, as well as an adhesion promoter in adhesive formulations.

VISIOMER® c-HMA (Cyclohexyl methacrylate) is a cycloaliphatic monomer characterized by its low viscosity. It serves as a fundamental component in the formulation of polymers that exhibit excellent weathering resistance and chemical resistance. This monomer is widely utilized in industries such as adhesives, sealants, coatings, and composites to enhance the performance and durability of the resulting products. By incorporating VISIOMER® c-HMA, manufacturers can develop polymers with superior resistance to environmental factors and various chemicals, ensuring long-lasting and reliable applications in diverse settings.

VISIOMER® MEEU 25 M is an ureido methacrylate solution containing 25% ureido methacrylate in MMA (methyl methacrylate). It is specifically designed for enhancing wet adhesion and wet scrub resistance in various polymer applications. This versatile product finds utility in industries such as adhesives and sealants, coatings, as well as textile and leather. VISIOMER® MEEU 25 M provides improved performance in terms of adhesion and durability, making it a valuable additive for achieving high-quality results in polymer formulations.

VISIOMER® MPEG 5005 MA W is a highly polar monomer with excellent water solubility. It consists of methoxy polyethylene glycol 5000 methacrylate, with a concentration of 50% in water. This monomer finds applications in various industries including coatings, adhesives, composites, construction, plastics, textiles, leather, oil & gas, paper, water, personal care, health care, and synthesis.

VISIOMER® DMAPMA (3-Dimethylamino propyl methacrylamide) is an amino functional methacrylamide monomer. Its methacrylamide structure provides increased hydrolytic stability compared to methacrylic esters. This monomer is commonly used to enhance pigment wetting and improve substrate adhesion to polymers. Industries such as coatings, oil and gas, paper, personal care, and healthcare can benefit from the unique properties of VISIOMER® DMAPMA.

VISIOMER® C18 PEG 1105 MA W is a polar methacrylate monomer in water and GMAA, consisting of a hydrophilic polyethylene glycol side chain with a C16-C18 hydrophobic tail. This monomer is well-suited for use as an associative polymeric thickener in emulsion polymers. Industries such as coatings, healthcare, oil and gas, paper, personal care, and water treatment can benefit from its properties.

VISIOMER® IDMA (Isodecyl methacrylate) is a hydrophobic monomer known for its low shrinkage and low glass transition temperature (Tg). It exhibits excellent dilution power, resulting in low viscosity when used in polymer formulations. The low Tg of IDMA imparts extreme softness to the resulting polymers. This versatile monomer finds applications in various industries including adhesives and sealants, coatings, oil and gas, personal care, healthcare, and textile and leather.

VISIOMER® BNMA (benzyl methacrylate) is an aromatic monofunctional methacrylate known for its low viscosity. It serves as a reactive diluent, offering excellent solvency in adhesive, ink, and coating formulations. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including adhesives and sealants, coatings, composites, and electronics.

VISIOMER® MEEU 50 W is a water-based solution containing 50% ureido methacrylate. This product is specifically formulated to enhance the wet adhesion properties of emulsion polymers and improve the wet scrub resistance of the final products. It finds applications in industries such as adhesives and sealants, coatings, and textile and leather. By incorporating VISIOMER® MEEU 50 W into formulations, manufacturers can achieve improved performance and durability in their products, particularly in wet conditions.

VISIOMER® EHMA (2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate) is a hydrophobic monomer with a low glass transition temperature (Tg), minimal shrinkage, and low viscosity. This monomer offers flexibility and exhibits excellent dilution and solvency power. It is widely used in the production of various polymers for diverse applications across industries such as adhesives and sealants, coatings, oil and gas, personal care, and healthcare. Its unique properties make it a valuable component in the formulation of materials that require flexibility, low shrinkage, and efficient solvency capabilities.

VISIOMER® PEG 8000 DMA W (polyethylene glycol 8000 dimethacrylate) is a long-chain hydrophilic crosslinking monomer. It is commonly utilized as a co-monomer in formulations for joint sealants, specifically to seal construction gaps in concrete slabs, decks, and similar structures. This particular compound finds applications in the adhesives and sealants, coatings, and construction industries.

Harcryl® 1228 is a unique, functional, acrylic monomer consisting of mono and di-phosphate esters of 2-Hydroxyethylmethacrylate. The ratio of mono-alkyl to di-alkyl phosphate allows Harcryl® 1228 to be easily incorporated into a variety of polymer systems. The polarity of Harcryl® 1228 provides for application in hydrophilic formulations as well. The primary use area for Harcryl® 1228 is emulsion polymerization and it is inhibited with 400ppm of added hydroquinone.

Harcryl® 1228 UV is a unique, functional, acrylic monomer consisting of mono and di-phosphate esters of 2-Hydroxyethylmethacrylate. The ratio of mono-alkyl to di-alkyl phosphate allows it to be easily incorporated into a variety of polymer systems, and its polarity provides for application in hydrophilic formulations as well. The main application for Harcryl® 1228 UV is UV curable coatings, and it is inhibited with 100ppm of added MeHQ.

HPA is one of the reasonable hydroxyalkyl acrylates like HEA. It is second choice for crosslinking site of acrylic resin of paintings, adhesives, inks etc. HPA is also useful to control Hydrophilicity and adhesiveness to polar substrate because of it polar hydroxyalkyl moiety. HPA has low di-ester because the reactivity of secondary hydroxyl group is lower than primary hydroxyl group.

HEA is the most reasonable hydroxyalkyl acrylate. It is first choice for crosslinking site of acrylic resin of paintings, adhesives, inks etc. HEA is also useful to control Hydrophilicity and adhesion to polar substrate because of it polar hydroxyalkyl moiety. Our HEA has lower Di-ester impurities than any other companies. It is useful for many industries who want to control cross-linking side reaction. Be careful handling HEA because it has toxicity, corrosivity, mutagenicity because of its fundamental reactivity. We also have lower toxic hydroxyalkyl acrylate, 4-HBA (4-hydroxybutyl acrylate).