DeCAL 5104

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Non-Ionics,

Silicones

CASE Ingredients Functions

Defoamer

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Foam Control

Applications & Uses

Markets

Paints & Coatings

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Wood Coatings & Finishes

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Wood

Coating Type

Varnishes

Use Level

0.1 - 0.5%

Applications

• DeCAL 5104 normally used as supplied. DeCAL 5104 finds use in various aqueous systems and finds particularly good defoaming properties in the production and application of high gloss water based wood coatings and varnishes.
• DeCAL 5104 is a universal product and as such recommended addition levels can vary and should be determined by the end user.
• Typical addition levels are in the range of 0.1-0.5% in total as supplied. Addition should be split between the pigment grind and the letdown.

Properties

Physical Form

Emulsion,

Liquid

Appearance

Off white emulsion

Miscible in

Water

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Ionic Activity	Non - ionic	—	—
Fluidity	max. 1500	mPa.s	—

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

Canada,

USA

Packaging Type

Drums,

Totes (IBC)

Regional Availability

• Canada
• USA

Packaging Information

DeCAL 5104 is supplied in 200kg drums or 1000kg IBC’s.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

6 Months

Storage Condition

Store at normal temperature. 5°C - 30°C. during storage some phasing may occur. Remixing will ensure the product is suitable for use.