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Innovoh® Calcium Hydroxides

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Innovoh® Calcium Hydroxides is a powder consisting of ultra-fine particles of calcium hydroxide, which gives excellent mixing and dispersion characteristics. Calcium hydroxide is used as a cure additive and acid scavenger in bisphenol cured FKM fluoroelastomers. It is not used in peroxide cured systems. Acid scavenging capacity is particularly useful in systems containing chlorine or fluorine. Calcium hydroxide will react with any free hydrochloric or hydrofluoric acid to neutralize the acid and prevent any corrosive impact on metal parts. Innovoh contains high quality, ultra-fine calcium hydroxide which is extremely consistent in its performance. Innovoh powders contain 100% calcium hydroxide powder.

Functions: Acid Scavenger, Curing Agent

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Fluoroelastomer (FKM)

End Uses: Gaskets, Hoses

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
CAS No.
1305-62-0
EC No.
215-137-3
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Applications

Innovoh calcium hydroxides are typically used in fluoroelastomers such as FKM. Applications such as seals, hoses and gaskets and in non-peroxide cured systems. Addition of Innovoh gives increased cross link density due to its ultrafine size and superior, consistent dispersion.

Addition

Typical dose rate for Innovoh would be 5 phr.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
PSD Typical - D502.4microns-
PSD Typical - D904.9microns-
Low Melt Sachet - Melting Point70 - 80°C-
Calcium hydroxide100.0wt%-
Dispersion Aid0.0wt%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Dispersion

In tests conducted by Artis, Innovoh shows exceptional dispersion in use, giving consistent results and high quality finished product from SEM. The same tests show that competitor products are not as well dispersed and contain much larger particles, so consistency of results is much lower.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

Innovoh is available in 1kg low melt EVA sachets which can be put directly into the mixer, or 1kg resealable HDPE pouches Other pack sizes and packaging types available on request.

Storage & Handling

Storage

Innovoh must be stored inside, in clean dry conditions and unopened packaging. If stored correctly, Innovoh has a minimum shelf life of 12 months from date of production, or 24 months if supplied in HDPE Pouches.