Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Product Features
- AFCONA – 3031 is also widely used in UV coatings due to its good leveling and slip performance. However, it does not contain any reactive functional groups that can cross-link with UV resin systems.
- Due to its high surface activity, AFCONA-3031 may interfere with adhesion if recoated without sanding. If air is introduced by the application equipment, we recommend the use of small amounts of a defoamer such as AFCONA-2020 or AFCONA-2022.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Cure Method
- Product Applications
AFCONA – 3031 is recommended for:
- 2K polyurethane, in which it gives low sensitivity to inner bubbles.
- Industrial heat-cured systems where baking temperature is below 170ºC.
- UV coatings, where it has a reduced foam stabilizing effect and good compatibility.
- Incorporation
- AFCONA-3031 may be added at any stage of the manufacturing process.
- Addition and Dosage
- Add AFCONA-3031 at 0.1 - 1.0% based on total formulation. Under normal conditions, 0.1 - 0.3% based on total formulation is sufficient.
Properties
- Appearance
- Transparent to slightly yellowish liquid
- Specifications
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Active Ingredients Content | 50 - 54 | % | — |
| Density (at 20°C) | 0.92 - 0.94 | g/cm³ | — |
| Refractive Index | 1.464 - 1.474 | — | — |
| Flash Point | 40.0 | °C | — |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Regional Availability
- Packaging Information
- 55 lb and 397 lb non-returnable containers
Storage & Handling
- Storage Information
- AFCONA-3031 should be stored in a cool, dry place. When kept in its original, unopened container, it will keep up to 5 years from the date of manufacture. The expiration date is indicated on the container