Products in Paints & Coatings: Methacrylates

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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 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.

Dynasylan® MEMO is a revolutionary solution for enhancing polymer and resin performance. As a versatile surface modifier and coupling agent, it excels in various applications. This product boasts exceptional chemical resistance, improving filler dispersion and mechanical properties in plastics and elastomers. With features like acid and alkali resistance, low viscosity, and good wet adhesion strength, Dynasylan® MEMO transforms materials into high-performance wonders. Experience its benefits in cables, pipes, and more.

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.

Acrylic Bead Resins TB-322 is a solid bead methacrylate copolymer intended for use in solvent-based coating systems where improved adhesion to difficult metals is important. TB-322 exhibits excellent outdoor durability. The resin may be used in adhesives and a variety of metal coatings applications such as transportation finishes in automotive, container and other marine coatings, and a variety of brass and aluminum coating applications.   *Acrylic Bead Resins is provided by Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, a member of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group.

Esschem MMA Bead Copolymers are a collection of methyl methacrylate (MMA) bead polymers renowned for their exceptional properties.These polymers exhibit impressive features such as high glass transition temperature, melting point, tensile strength, and impact resistance.Esschem meticulously controls the reaction conditions to create polymers with specific molecular weight distributions, allowing for a wide range of desired properties. This precise control enhances the inherent strength, rigidity, and impact resistance of MMA polymers.Moreover, by carefully manipulating the particle size, Esschem offers the flexibility to customize properties such as hardness, toughness, and processability.

Esschem MMA - AMA Bead Copolymers are a versatile range of copolymers combining methyl methacrylate (MMA) with allyl methacrylate (AMA). These copolymers showcase the unique characteristics of AMA as a crosslinker in polymers. With varying MMA and AMA concentrations, Esschem offers a wide range of copolymer beads with different properties. Higher MMA content in the copolymer results in elevated glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, making them ideal for applications requiring high strength and rigidity. On the other hand, increasing the AMA content lowers these properties while enhancing crosslinking and hardness. By adjusting the molecular weight, Esschem can further customize the copolymer's rigidity and crosslinking behavior. The particle size of the beads can also be modified to optimize processing and surface properties, including adhesion characteristics.

Esschem incorporates sustainable plant-based plasticizers into methyl methacrylate MMA bead polymers. These innovative additives are designed to enhance the flexibility and workability of methacrylate-based polymers. By incorporating bio-plasticizers into MMA bead copolymers, the resulting materials exhibit increased flexibility and reduced glass transition temperature, melting points, and tensile strengths.The inclusion of higher molecular weight components contributes to stronger and more heat-resistant materials.Furthermore, the particle size plays a crucial role in surface properties, where smaller particles enhance adhesion while larger particles contribute to robustness and rigidity.

Esschem EMA Bead Copolymers are a range of bead polymers synthesized from ethyl methacrylate (EMA) that offers the strength of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) with slightly different properties.The copolymers exhibit a slightly lower glass transition temperature, resulting in a softer and more flexible final product compared to PMMA.By controlling the molecular weight, Esschem can customize the heat resistance and strength of the polymer, making it suitable for various applications across multiple industries.The smaller particle size of the beads enhances surface properties like adhesion, while larger particles contribute to a more robust and rigid material.

Esschem MMA - BMA Bead Copolymers are a range of copolymers combining methyl methacrylate (MMA) with butyl methacrylate (BMA).These copolymers offer a versatile solution with varying properties based on the MMA and BMA content. Higher MMA content results in copolymers with elevated glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, making them suitable for applications that require strength and rigidity. Conversely, increased BMA content lowers these properties while enhancing processability and potential flexibility.By adjusting the molecular weight, Esschem can tailor the copolymer structure to achieve specific rigidity requirements. Additionally, controlling the particle size allows for improvements in mechanical strength, with smaller particles offering larger surface area to volume ratios.