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Borchi® Burst DF 300

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Solvent- and silicone-free foam control agent for pigment dispersions, semi gloss and high gloss paints, and wood coatings.

Functions: Defoamer

End Uses: Solventless & High Solids Coating, Waterborne Coating

Labeling Claims: Silicone-free

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features
  • Excellent defoamer
  • Good compatibility
  • Performs well over a wide range of pH values
  • Successful at low concentrations
  • Effective over a wide range of temperatures
  • Helps with process productivity

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Applications
  • Gloss paints
  • Wood coatings
  • Pigment dispersions
  • Matt and silk paints
Dosage
Borchi® Burst DF 300 is usually added as received. The amount required depends of course on the particular application. A typical addition level would be between 0.05% and 0.5% in total, depending on the severity of the foam problem. The optimum quantity and points of addition are determined by laboratory trials.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Pale yellow liquid
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Contentapprox. 99%-
Fluidity (at 20°C, 100rpm)Viscosity max. 2000cPsDIN 53019
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)0.98 - 1.02g/ml-
Water MiscibilityMedium dispersibility--
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Solid Content100%
Cleanliness
No particles after screening through a 400μm aperture screen

Technical Details & Test Data

Efficacy Studies

High-performance defoaming across multiple substrates and applications.

Borchi® Burst 500 and 300 eliminate both micro and macro air bubbles upon different methods of application and across multiple resins.

Borchi® Burst DF 300 - Efficacy Studies

 

Excellent compatibility and robustness across multiple resins and coating technologies

Compatibility compares the number of film defects observed after applying paint on a glass plate (wet film: 100-150 pm) and visually comparing it to a blank sample (without defoamer).

Borchi® Burst DF 300 - Efficacy Studies - 1

 

No loss of efficiency with Borchi® Burst 500 over time at 50°C for 4 weeks in a high quality 100% acrylic formula.

Borchi® Burst DF 300 - Efficacy Studies - 2

40x magnified images of the dried paint film from the plasterboard application test.

 

Superior Air Release (Spin Test)

Borchi® Burst DF 300 - Efficacy Studies - 3

Safety & Health

Safety
Please refer to our safety data sheet for information relating to product safety.

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Latin America
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Storage
Store in closed containers. Avoid extremes of temperature, keep between 5°C and 30°C. Avoid freezing and do not store in direct sunlight. Product has a shelf life of 12 months, however during this time period some phasing may occur. Remixing will ensure the product is suitable for use.