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CLiQSMART® AF is a modified polysiloxane-based defoamer for non-aqueous coating systems. It prevents the formation of foam during production and application.

Functions: Defoamer

Chemical Family: Silicon-based Compounds, Silicones, Siloxanes

Solid Content: 100.0 - 100.0 %

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
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Features & Benefits

Product Highlights

CLiQSMART AF gives superior performance already at low addition levels. This to a large extend also prevents the formation of surface defects typically known from the polysiloxanetechnology.

CLiQSMART AF gives excellent performance in a large variety of non-aqueous systems based on binders like acrylic or alkyd-melamine, polyurethane, epoxies or chlorinated rubber. It gives superior defoaming when applying the coating by brush, roller or airless spray.

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Level of Use

CLiQSMART AF is best added to the binder/ solvent blend prior to the pigment grinding process. Post addition is possible when adequate shear forces are available to homogenize the material successfully to avoid potential side effects from the polysiloxane-based defoamer.

CLiQSMART AF istypicallyadded at con-centration between 0.05 –0.8% as delivered on total formulation.The optimum loading level should be determined for each system using a loading ladder study.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clearliquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity0.81
Active Contentapprox. 100 %
DensityDiisobutyl Ketone

Storage & Handling

Storage

CLiQSMART AF should be stored in a cool dry placeabove 5°C. Storage at lower temperature may cause cloudiness in the material.