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SCHWEGO® pur 8051

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Rheological additive for water-based coating systems, VOC-, APEO- and organotin-free. SCHWEGO pur 8051 is free of organotin and is therefore especially recommended for the use in textile printing inks according to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100. SCHWEGO pur 8051 is suitable for interior and exterior wall paints, water-based coatings and anticorrosive coatings, modified resin plasters and fillers based on polyacrylates, styrene copolymers or PU-dispersions. SCHWEGO pur 8051 shows a high gloss retention in glossy emulsion paints compared to acrylic and cellulosic thickening additives.

Functions: Leveling Agent, Thickener

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP)

Physical Form: Liquid

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies
Chemical Base
Polyurethane dispersion.

Features & Benefits

Key Attributes

SCHWEGO pur 8051 is a non-ionic thickening additive, which has a beneficial influence on the rheological properties of aqueous paint and varnish systems in these respects:

  • Thickening effect independent of pH

  • Minimum tendency to splatter when using roller

  • Effective acceptance of color when tinting

  • High gloss retention

  • Good flow and leveling properties                                             

  • SCHWEGO pur 8051 can be combined with other thickening additives in order to achieve special effects. The effect of SCHWEGO pur 8051 is depending on the binder system.

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Use Level
0.3 - 1.0 %
Processing Information
SCHWEGO pur 8051 should be added to the mill base. It is recommended to investigate the optimum dosage by preliminary laboratory experiments. An addition of 0.3 - 1.0 % calculated on the whole system is recommended. For predilution, either butyldiglycol/water (25/75) or methoxypropanol can be used. Dilution with water only will lead to viscosity increase.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Whitish transparent liquid

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information
25/150 kg drum

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Storage and Handling
Do not store SCHWEGO pur 8050 at temperatures below 5 °C and above 20 °C. Stir it up befor use. Keep it in a cool, well-ventilated place.Subject to appropriate storage, the described properties of SCHWEGO pur 8051 remain stable for at least 12 months, provided the original container is closed after use.