Products in Additives: Epoxy Coating

HDK® H18 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H18 is used as a thickening and thixotropic agent in composites, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, particularly in vinylester, epoxy, and polyurethane systems.

AEROSIL® 300 is a hydrophilic fumed silica with a specific surface area of 300 m²/g.

Lupragen® API - N-(3-Aminopropyl)imidazole is classified under the category of gel catalysts. It serves as a curing agent in epoxy coatings. Additionally, it is employed as a low VOC polyurethane catalyst for flexible foam and semi-rigid foam. Its chemical structure allows for seamless integration into polyurethane foam formulations.

SILRES® HP 2020 is a low-viscosity, reactive aminofunctional methyl phenyl silicone resin. The product is typically used as a curing agent or crosslinker for cycloaliphatic epoxy resins in 2-pack high-solids coatings. It significantly improves the weathering resistance of the coating compared to organic amine curing agents. Such 2-pack epoxypolysiloxane coatings are an isocyanate-free alternative to 2-pack polyurethanes as weathering-resistant topcoats.

SILRES® HP 2000 is a reactive aminofunctional methyl phenyl silicone resin supplied as an approximately 90 wt.% solution in xylene. The product is typically used as a curing agent or crosslinker for cycloaliphatic epoxy resins in 2-pack high-solids coatings. It significantly improves the weathering resistance of the coating compared to organic amine curing agents. Such 2-pack epoxypolysiloxane coatings are an isocyanate-free alternative to 2K-polyurethanes as weathering-resistant topcoats.

HALOX® 430 JM is a non-toxic, heavy metal-free anti-corrosive pigment designed for use in waterborne and solventborne protective coating systems. HALOX® 430 JM 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.

HALOX® BW-111 is a white, non-refractive pigment used as a corrosion inhibitor in protective coating systems. It is specifically recommended for use in solvent-borne epoxy systems, including both conventional and high-solids coatings. The recommended loading levels for HALOX® BW-111 range from 5–10% based on the total formula weight for conventional systems and from 10–20% based on the total formula weight for higher solids systems.

HALOX® 350 is a highly active organic corrosion inhibitor with 97–100% solids, specifically designed to prevent flash rust and in-can corrosion while also providing temporary corrosion protection. This product is an effective alternative to toxic nitrite-based flash rust inhibitors. It is in the form of a slightly yellow powder.

Gelest 3-AMINOPROPYLTRIETHOXYSILANE (SIA0610.0) effects immobilization of enzymes and is used in microparticle surface modification. This product functions as an adhesion promoter and coupling agent.

Pangel OMD2 is a rheological additive for medium to high polarity systems, based upon highly purified bentonite clay. It can be used for alcohols, esters, and glycols. Moderate polarity binders are also compatible. Pangel OMD2 is an easy-to-disperse, self-activated organobentonite that enhances thixotropic and pseudoplastic effects in solvent-borne systems.

AFCONA 3035 is an additive designed to improve leveling and prevent surface defects in UPE and epoxy systems. It has minimal slip effect and is compatible with high polarity systems. It can be used in both water- and solvent-based coatings, as well as to prevent curtain-rupture in curtain coating applications.

AFCONA 3239 is an additive designed as a slip and leveling agent that also offers defoaming. It is a very suitable leveling agent for epoxies, and will not stabilize foam, but instead act as an effective defoamer in such systems.

AFCONA 3236 is an additive designed to provide slip and leveling, as well as good defoaming performance. It is an alkyl-modified polysiloxane that offers excellent slip and leveling properties. Unlike other organically modified polysiloxanes, AFCONA 3236 acts as a defoamer and does not stabilize foam in most systems, making it suitable for foam-sensitive applications such as floor coatings and high-build systems.

AFCONA 2290 provides anti-foam and de-aeration properties for solvent-containing and solvent-free systems of epoxy, polyurethane, UPE and UV coatings. AFCONA 2290 contains a non-silicone defoaming substance which offers very good performance in both defoaming and anti-foaming. Due to its strong defoaming properties and silicone-free composition, it is also very suitable for primer coatings.

AFCONA 3238 is an additive designed as a slip and leveling agent that also offers defoaming. For matte finish coatings, the addition of AFCONA 3238 will help in the orientation of matting agents. In UV curing systems, this product further reduces gloss when added together with a matting agent.

AFCONA 2725 is a defoamer and air-releaser for solvent-free epoxy, UPE, PMMA, and polyurethane systems. It was specifically developed to quickly de-aerate solvent-free polyurethane and epoxy compounds used in flooring applications, as well as to provide effective defoaming in UPE systems.

AFCONA 3277 is an anti-cratering, substrate wetting, and leveling agent for solvent-based coatings. It is a fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylic, and can be used as a non-silicone leveling agent when silicone is not permitted due to intercoat adhesion problems. However, we highly recommend using a combination of AFCONA 3277 and a suitable Polysiloxane for better overall performance if silicones are permitted.

Pangel W is an organically modified sepiolite in powder form used to improve the anti-sagging properties of aqueous systems as well as its anti-sedimentation performance during storage. This thickener is manufactured through organic modification of rheological sepiolite, mainly for aqueous systems. It improves rheological characteristics in the range of shear forces affecting sagging and sedimentation properties while controlling consistency.

Deuteron® LE 100 LV stands as a 100% active conductivity additive leveraging tetraalkyl-ammonium ethyl sulfate. These anti-static additives facilitate fine-tuning surface and volume resistivity across various systems. Deuteron LE 100 LV is a carrier-free liquid that ensures easy integration without introducing potentially undesirable solvents into a system. These products blend seamlessly into all solvent mixtures commonly employed in coatings, although slight turbidity might occur. They are solvent-free, fluid, and effortlessly dosed at room temperature.

ProFlex 9S Reactive Plasticizer serves as an effective plasticizer for melamine and various other resins, contributing to enhanced stability, flexibility, and flow properties of these materials. Its applications extend to low-pressure melamine formaldehyde laminates, urea formaldehyde resins, and as a reactive plasticizer in epoxy, polyurethane, and melamine-based resins. Systems treated with ProFlex 9S exhibit improved resistance to oils, solvents, and moisture. Additionally, in coatings, it imparts fungicidal activity.

Cardolite® Ultra LITE 513 is a very light-colored, low-viscosity, monofunctional epoxy reactive diluent designed for coatings, adhesives, and other epoxy applications. The long hydrophobic aliphatic side chain of cardanol gives this product a very low viscosity and provides excellent water resistance, flexibility, and thermal shock resistance. High-viscosity solvent or solvent-free formulations can achieve enhanced workability and higher solids without sacrificing other performance properties using this product.

Pangel® B20 is a rheological additive derived from sepiolite (hydrated magnesium silicate), with its particle surface organically modified to ensure compatibility with medium and low polarity systems or solvents. It forms a three-dimensional network of particles, enhancing the viscosity and thixotropy of the end product. In epoxy coatings, Pangel® B20 offers the option for partial or complete substitution of fumed silicas and organophilic bentonites typically used as rheological additives, presenting additional cost-effective benefits in formulations.

Cardolite® Ultra Lite 2009HSF is a very light color and undiluted phenalkamine curing agent designed for epoxy coatings applications.

Pangel® W is a rheological additive meticulously engineered to induce robust pseudoplastic behavior in any formulation it is incorporated into. Pangel® W range is specifically formulated to serve as a thickener and water retention additive in emulsion paints.

Cardolite® Ultra Lite 2009H is a very light color and low viscosity phenalkamine curing agent suitable for epoxy coating applications, particularly for protecting concrete and metal substrates. It provides faster hardness development compared to Ultra Lite 2009, along with excellent cure and film properties.

Cardolite® NX - 5454 is a low viscosity, solvent and benzyl alcohol-free phenalkamine curing agent designed for epoxy coatings. It offers rapid cure properties, excellent chemical resistance, adhesion on various surfaces, and outstanding water resistance and corrosion protection.

Thickener/suspending additive for solvent-based paints containing dense pigments.

Low molecular weight polydimethylsiloxane for improved leveling and anti-float properties in solvent-based coatings systems, 100 % active, VOC-free.

Klenk's Epoxy Thinner thins epoxy based paints for spraying, and creates a smooth, high gloss finish. Cleans and flushes spray equipment.

Polyplate® P01 is a milled, high brightness, large particle size delaminated kaolin, intended for use in solvent and water-borne coatings, inks, and adhesives. The high aspect ratio of the large platy particles provides improved tinting strength, enamel holdout, and crack resistance.

DYTEK® A amine (2-methylpentamine-1,5-diamine) is a methyl branched diamine with differential reactivity of each amine group that allows for crystallinity disruption in various applications such as high temperature nylon and polyamides, polyurethane chain extenders, and epoxy hardeners. It is also used in applications such as water treatment, corrosion inhibition, and metalworking fluids where amine functionality and pH control are important. DYTEK®A has 93% recycle content. It is also used in applications such as water treatment, corrosion inhibition,and metalworking fluids where amine functionality and pH control are important.DYTEK®A has 93% recycle content.

BECKOPOX™ EM 2120w/45WA is a dispersion and liquid within the epoxy and epoxy derivatives chemical family, functioning as a binder, resin, and corrosion inhibitor under CASE Ingredients. Targeting automotive and transportation, paints and coatings, and building and construction sectors, it stands out with APEO-free, formaldehyde-free, and VOC-free labeling. This product offers corrosion resistance, a balanced set of properties, low flash rust, and matting features. Suitable for 1K coatings, epoxy coatings, primers, and waterborne coatings, it is compatible with epoxies and adheres well to metal and wood substrates.

MODAFLOW® EPSILON is an APEO-free and tin-free clearcoat technology suitable for the automotive and transportation, paints and coatings, and printing and packaging markets. This epoxy-based coating is utilized in applications such as automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, vehicle refinish, wood coatings and finishes, coil coatings, industrial coatings, metal coatings, packaging coatings, and various printing inks, including flexography, gravure, inkjet, lithographic, and screen printing. Employing radiation cure, it is compatible with metal and wood substrates, presenting a clear appearance.

BECKOPOX™ EH 694, categorized under CASE Ingredients additives, functions as a hardening agent from the anhydride chemical family. Notably VOC-free, it offers enhanced heat and chemical resistance. Designed for diverse coating applications, including industrial, furniture, metal, and specialty coatings, it's compatible with epoxies and hybrid systems. Available in granules, liquids, and solid forms, it caters to epoxy, hybrid, and powder coating formulations.

FloorGrain™ Extra Large SHP1530-1 is a thermoplastic high molecular weight polymer in fine particle powder form. These unique materials exhibit very high toughness. FloorGrain™ powders are well suited for use in structural paints and coating applications that require anti- slip characteristic, structural performance, or satin and matt finish effects.

KaMin® 80 is an economical, general purpose water-washed kaolin, with intermediate brightness. It is suitable for use in water-borne, solvent-borne and solvent-free paint, ink, and adhesive applications.