AFCONA 3236

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Polyether Polysiloxanes,

Polysiloxane, Organomodified

CASE Ingredients Functions

Defoamer,

Leveling Agent,

Slip Agent

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Foam Control,

Functional Additives,

Surface Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Not Listed In California Proposition 65

CASE Ingredients Features

Anti-Cratering ,

Defoaming,

Improves Intercoat Adhesion,

Temperature Resistance

Product Features

• AFCONA-3236 also acts as good defoamer and slip agent for heat-cured paints, especially coil coatings. It offers high temperature resistance - up to 280°C for 15 minutes.
• AFCONA – 3236 is also used in wood coatings because of its good defoaming and slip performance. This product is not recommended in high gloss clear coats because it may cause slight in-can haziness.

AFCONA-3236 is recommended for use in the foam-sensitive systems listed below:

1. Solvent-free epoxies
2. High Solid or solvent-free polyurethanes
3. Paints applied by curtain coater
4. Paints applied by airless spray
5. UV curing systems

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Building & Construction,

Paints & Coatings

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Automotive & Transportation

Automotive OEM Coatings,

Marine Coatings,

Vehicle Refinish

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Floor Coatings,

Wood Coatings & Finishes

Automotive & Transportation — Coatings & Finishes

Automotive OEM Coatings,

Marine Coatings,

Vehicle Refinish

Building & Construction — Flooring & Surfaces

Floor Coatings

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Coil Coatings,

Furniture Coatings,

Industrial Coatings

Automotive & Transportation — Transportation

Marine

Application Method

Air Less Spray,

Curtain Coating,

Spray

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Alkyds,

Epoxies (EP),

Nitrocellulose,

Polyurethanes (PU)

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Wood

Cure Method

Radiation Cure

Coating Type

2K (2 component) Coating,

Clearcoat,

Coil Coating,

Epoxy Coating,

Gelcoat,

Radiation Curable Coating,

Solventborne Coating,

Solventless & High Solids Coating,

Wood Coating

Incorporation

AFCONA-3236 may be added at any stage of production process. However, high shear force is required to add it in the letdown stage due to the defoaming property. For easier incorporation, dilute to 10% in any solvent(s).

Addition and Dosage

AFCONA-3236 may be added at 0.05 - 0.50% based on total formulation. Under normal conditions, 0.05 - 0.2% based on total formulation is sufficient.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

Transparent to slightly yellowish liquid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Active Ingredient	min. 96	%	—
Color	max. 2	—	—

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Density (at 20°C)	0.94 - 0.96	g/cm³	—
Refractive Index	1.437 - 1.447	—	—
Flash Point	min. 100	°C	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

SARA 313,

SARA 355

Chemical Inventories

TSCA (USA)

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

Canada,

USA

Packaging Type

Bulk

Regional Availability

• Canada
• USA

Packaging Information

55 lb and 397 lb non-returnable containers

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

5 years

Storage Information

AFCONA-3236 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