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ADD-3239 is a silicone-based leveling additive with defoaming properties. It improves the surface properties of solventbased and solvent-free coatings with particular emphasis upon leveling. With a slight influence on surface tension, ADD-3239 can impart defoaming properties to the system. It is soluble in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, esters and ketones but insoluble in water. Sometimes it is necessary to dilute this 100% active material with a compatible solvent to improve its compatibility in a particular system. ADD-3239 is suitable for coatings and composite.

Functions: Leveling Agent

Chemical Family: Silicones

End Uses: Enamel, Epoxy Coating, Lacquers, Radiation Curable Coating

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies (EP), Polyesters, Polyurethanes (PU)

Labeling Claims: Solvent-free

Features: Abrasion Resistance, Anti-Orange Peel Effect, Heat Resistance

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Coatings:
ADD-3239 improves leveling and surface smoothness, increases slip and mar-resistance and avoids the formation of Bénard cells (anti-floating effect).
It is especially recommended for the following applications:
• Acid-curable or polyurethane wood finishes
• Stoving enamels based on alkyd, acrylic or polyester resins
• Self-leveling epoxy flooring compounds
• UV-curable paper lacquers
It should be added during the final thinning. For ease of handling, dilute to 10% in aromatics or mineral spirits.
0.05-0.5% on total formulation weight
Composite:
ADD-3239 is an organically modified polysiloxane possessing excellent compatibility with a wide range of systems. It gives reduction of surface tension resulting in improved leveling and spread of the compound, with no migration of the additive. It gives good de-aeration properties during processing and application.
ADD-3239 can be used in PVC plastisols and unsaturated polyesters (glass fiber reinforced), as well as solvent-free epoxy systems (e.g. flooring, conductor plates) and polyurethanes.
ADD-3239 should be added to the resin prior to processing and addition of the other components, although addition to the final product is also possible.
0.05-0.2% on total formulation weight

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Opalescent liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific gravity at 20°C0.93g/cm3-
Active Ingredientsmin. 98%-
CompositionSolvent-free modified polysiloxane--
Flashpoint100°C-

Storage & Handling

STORAGE, SAFETY & HANDLING

ADD-3239 should be stored in a cool dry place. When kept in an original unopened container, it will keep up to 5 years from the date of manufacture. ADD-3239 should be handled in accordance with good industrial practice