Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
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Features & Benefits
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- Product Features
Silicone fluid for foam control agent and additive applications
- High-viscosity, cost-effective dimethicone conditioning agent
- High compressibility and shearability without breakdown
- High flash point
- High damping action
- High oxidation resistance
- Low fire hazard
- Low reactivity and vapor pressure
- Low surface energy
- Low pour point
- Good heat stability
- Non-greasy, non-occlusive and non-stinging on skin
- Essentially inert and non-toxic
- Excellent water repellent, release, dielectric and antifoam properties
- Soluble in a wide range of solvents
For industrial applications:
- Effective foam control at low addition levels.
For personal care applications:
- Provides easy combing and detangling for wet or dry hair
- Provides lubricious, smooth feel to the hair
- Adds gloss and softness
Applications & Uses
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- Applicable Processes
- Application Format
- Hair Care Applications
- Composition
- High-viscosity dimethicone fluid.
- Linear polydimethylsiloxane polymers typically have the following typical chemical composition: (CH3)3SiO[SiO(CH3)2]nSi(CH3)3.
- Usage Method
As an Antifoam
The starting level of active material recommended is 10 ppm; in many cases, the optimal usage level may be approximately 1 ppm. XIAMETER PMX-200 Silicone Fluid is typically prediluted in a hydrocarbon solvent, such as white spirits, toluene, xylene, diesel, naphtha or another low-molecular-weight petroleum fraction, and added continuously by metering pump.
The viscosity of the XIAMETER PMX-200 Silicone Fluid should be selected to suit the
application, with primary selection criteria including insolubility in the foaming system,
working temperature and ease of handling.
As a Conditioning Additive
For personal care applications, XIAMETER PMX-200 Silicone Fluid should be pre-emulsified to the desired particle size, incorporated into a shampoo base and post-stabilized. Alternatively, it can be directly emulsified into a hair care formulation.- Usable Life and Storage
When stored at or below 40°C (104°F) in the original unopened containers, this product has
a usable life of 36 months from the date of production.- Product Applications
- For foam control in petroleum production and refinery operations
- Conditioning agent for hair care products, particularly conditioning shampoos and rinse-off conditioners
Properties
- Appearance
- Crystal clear
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Specific Gravity (at 25°C) | 0.977 | — | — |
| Refractive Index (at 25°C) | 1.4037 | — | — |
| Flash Point | min. 321 | °C | Open Cup |
| Volatile Content (at 150°C) | 0.3 | % | — |
| Viscosity Temperature Coefficient | 0.61 | — | — |
| Coefficient of Expansion | 0.00096 | cc/cc/°C | — |
| Themal Conductivity (at 50°C) | 0.00038 | g cal/cm•sec•°C | — |
| Viscosity (at 0.5rpm) | 436500 - 533500 | mPa.s | HBDVIII, CTM0050 |
| Volatile Content (5g, 150°C, 3h, Al) | max. 2 | — | Cup, forced draft - CTM0208 |
| Viscosity (Change Rate) | -10 to 10 | % | CTM0247 |
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 36 months
- Handling Precautions
XIAMETER PMX-200 Silicone Fluid may cause temporary eye discomfort.