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AL2CHEM SPECIALTIES AL FA-102T Matting Agent

AL FA-102T is a special wax treated silica based matting agent with unique properties. It is highly dispersible and provides good leveling and suspension control. Imparts excellent surface characteristics as well as improved transparency.

Functions: Flattener, Surface Modifier

Chemical Family: Silica, Waxes

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyurethanes (PU)

Features: Excellent Dispersibility, Improved Chemical Resistance, Matting, Suspension Stability, Transparency

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
CASE Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
112926-00-8
EC No.
601-214-2

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Industrial Additives End Use
Applications
  • Particularly suitable for high grade wood clear coats.
  • Use in a wide variety of applications including powder coatings, marine and exterior decorative paints, leather treatment, printing inks, flooring, coil coatings, resin manufacture, etc.
  • Similar in use as the AL FA 101T, in addition AL FA 102T affords better transparency, particularly in polyurethanes systems.
  • Imparts good chemical resistance.

Properties

Typical Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Average Particle Size5 - 7μm
BET Specific Surface Areamin. 290m²/g
DBP Absorption Valuemin. 260
Heating Loss (at 105°C for 2 hr)max. 5.0%
Loss on Ignition (at 950°C for 2 hr)max. 6.0%
pH Value6.5-7.5
Pore Volume1.8ml/g
Silica Content (dry basis)99.9%
Surface TreatmentOrganic (wax)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Availability

Available in 10 kg bags.