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AFCONA 2590 is an effective defoamer for general industrial paints, wood coatings, and more. It prevents the formation of foams and destroys those formed under the surface, reducing the chances of carters and fish eyes. It is a pre-emulsified water-based silicone defoamer that can be easily incorporated into water-borne coating systems.

Functions: Defoamer

Chemical Family: Silicones

End Uses: Waterborne Coating, Waterborne Ink

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CASE Ingredients Functions
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Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Cure Method
Coating Type
Ink & Toner Type
Product Applications

AFCONA – 2590 is a pre-emulsification water based silicone defomer. It can be easily prepared to water-born coating systems. It also can easily move to the surface and destroy the surface air-bubbles in high viscosity systems. It is also suit for airless spray and roller to destroy small blisters.

AFCONA – 2590 is recommended for below systems:

  1. All water-based industrial paints.
  2. Water-based inks.
  3. Water-based pigment concentrates.
Incorporation
AFCONA-2590 can be added at any stage during the production process. And shear force dispersing is needed.
Addition and Dosage
0.1 - 2.0% on total formulation. In general at normal condition, the dosage is 0.2 - 1.0%. formulation with pigment, the dosage is 0.3-0.8%.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White milky emulsion
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Ingredients Content31 - 35%—
Density (at 20°C)0.97 - 1.01g/cm³—
Flash Pointmin. 100°C—

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • USA
Packaging Information
25kg and 180kg non-returnable plastic containers

Storage & Handling

Storage Information
AFCONA-2590 should be stored in a cool and dry place. When kept in an original unopened container, it will keep up for 2 years from the date of manufacture. The expiry date is indicated on the container.