Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Carrier
- Chemical Family
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Product Features
- AFCONA-2025, AFCONA-2035 and AFCONA 2040 have similar chemical structures with different modifications. However, their performance is very different in some systems. We recommend customers try all three products to select the most suitable defoamer for their system.
- AFCONA-2025 is recommended for brush and conventional spray applications. It is very suitable for systems ranging from low polarity to high polarity.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Recommended Applications
- Air-drying alkyd systems and physical drying systems based on acrylic, vinyl or chlorinated polymers
- Polyurethane systems for wood, plastic and car refinish
- NC lacquers and acid-curing for wood coatings and general industrial
- 2-pack solvent-based epoxy
- Heat-cured coatings based on alkyd, acrylic and saturated polyester
- Incorporation
- AFCONA-2025 may be incorporated prior to processing. If it is added subsequently, good dispersion must be ensured.
- Addition and Dosage
- 0.1 - 1.0% on total formulation. Under normal conditions, 0.20 - 0.40% based on total formulation is sufficient.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Slightly yellowish to transparent liquid
- Specifications
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Density (at 20°C) | 0.94 - 0.96 | g/cm³ | — |
| Refractive Index | 1.445 - 1.455 | — | — |
| Flash Point | 42.0 | °C | — |
Packaging & Availability
- Regional Availability
- Packaging Information
- 55 lb and 375 lb non-returnable containers
Storage & Handling
- Storage Information
- AFCONA - 2025 should be stored in a cool, dry place. When kept in an original, unopened container, it will keep up to 5 years from the date of manufacture. The expiration date is indicated on the container.