Products

KOSMOS® MB 16 is a catalyst composed of bismuth carboxylate. It finds applications in the production of 2K polyurethane elastomers, sealants, coatings, or adhesives. Compared to DABCO® MB 20, KOSMOS® MB 16 exhibits reduced sensitivity to residual moisture, resulting in shorter gel times and tack-free times. Additionally, it offers improved curing times and has a lower viscosity compared to standard bismuth grades.

DABCO® DMDEE is an amine blow catalyst specifically designed for single and/or multicomponent polyurethane systems. It is a low-activity catalyst that demonstrates high blow selectivity. This catalyst allows for excellent shelf life in OCF applications and offers good system stability when used with HFO blow agents.

DABCO® Crystalline is a high-purity triethylenediamine (TEDA), serving as a powerful catalyst for urethane (polyol-isocyanate) reactions. It finds application in a variety of polyurethane applications. DABCO® Crystalline is used in all types of polyurethane foams, including flexible slabstock, flexible molded, rigid, semi-flexible, and elastomeric. Additionally, it is utilized in polyurethane coating applications. The main function of DABCO® Crystalline is to accelerate the reactions between isocyanate and water, as well as between isocyanate and organic hydroxyl groups.

DABCO® 33 LV is the industry standard tertiary amine catalyst used to promote the gel (polyol-isocyanate) reaction in the production of flexible and rigid foam, as well as CASE applications. It provides strong gel catalysis with high efficiency and serves as a versatile amine catalyst for various foam types.

DABCO® DC 2 is designed to delay the initiation of the reaction while ensuring a robust curing process by enhancing the urethane (polyol-isocyanate) reaction in flexible molded polyurethane foam and CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers) applications. Notably, DABCO® DC 2 exhibits stronger catalytic activity compared to DABCO® DC 1.

DABCO® T 131 is a strong catalyst for the urethane reaction (gelling), providing delayed-action catalysis. It is a high-activity organotin gelation catalyst used in polyurethane foam and elastomer formulations. The product was developed to delay the gelation of the urethane reaction, resulting in an extended time period compared to most tin catalyst systems. This delay in cream time allows for increased foam rise, mold fill, or material travel time, depending on the processing method used.

POLYCAT® SA 1 is a heat-activated, delayed-action polyurethane catalyst that is based on a strong cyclic amine called 1,5-diaza-bicyclo (5.4.0) undec-5-ene. It consists of POLYCAT® DBU and an organic acid "blocker." At room temperature, POLYCAT® SA 1 has low activity, but when heat is applied, its activity increases and becomes comparable to that of metallic salts. When POLYCAT® SA 1 is added to conventional amine catalyst systems, it acts as a delayed-action catalyst. It has a minimal impact on the initial reaction and does not significantly affect the flowability of the foaming mass. Its primary effect is on the final curing properties of the foam, allowing for accelerated curing and improved demould time. This material is a light brown liquid with low volatility and a slight amine-like odor. It is miscible with water and soluble in most organic solvents.

DABCO® DC 1 is designed to delay the initiation of the reaction while ensuring a robust curing process by enhancing the urethane (polyol-isocyanate) reaction in various flexible molded polyurethane foams, making it particularly suitable for NVH applications. It is a suitable option for applications that demand lower or no emissions from amines.

POLYCAT® SA 102 is a heat-activated catalyst that offers excellent front-end delay, activated at a thermo-activation temperature of approximately 60 °C (140°F). This catalyst is specifically recommended for artificial turf applications. It belongs to the category of blocked amine catalysts, which are known for their ability to provide delayed reaction profiles.

KOSMOS® T 100 is a dimethyl tin-based catalyst used in the production of polyurethane foams, coatings, sealants, elastomers, RIM, and spray applications. It is a liquid organic tin compound known for its exceptional catalytic activity. KOSMOS® T 100 exhibits high selectivity towards the urethane reaction, resulting in shorter gel times and tack-free times.

KOSMOS® MB 10 is a strong gel catalyst for polyether-based systems, utilizing a combination of tin and bismuth. It facilitates a robust gelling reaction. It is sensitive to moisture and requires the correct handling during storage and production to maintain high performance.

DABCO® T 12 (dibutyltin dilaurate, DBTDL) is a catalyst that enhances the urethane (polyol-isocyanate) reaction in the manufacturing of flexible and rigid polyurethane foams, coatings, adhesives, and sealants. It promotes rapid gel and tack-free times, contributing to improved mechanical properties in molded and slabstock foams.

POLYCAT® SA 2 LE is a low-emissive, delayed-action tertiary amine based on DBU. It effectively enhances the urethane reaction when heat is applied, making it suitable for microcellular, integral skin, coating, adhesive, sealant, and elastomer applications. This product is especially recommended for use with low-activity aliphatic isocyanates.

DABCO® T 120 is a potent catalyst used for urethane reactions (gelling), offering excellent hydrolytic stability on the resin side. It is a dibutyl tin-based catalyst that displays high catalytic activity and enhanced hydrolytic stability. This catalyst finds application in spray foam, rigid polyurethanes, and high-resiliency flexible molded products.

KOSMOS® 16 is a strong gel catalyst for polyether-based systems, utilizing a combination of tin and bismuth. It facilitates a robust gelling reaction. It is sensitive to moisture and requires the correct handling during storage and production to maintain high performance.

POLYCAT® SA 8 is a tertiary amine utilized to enhance the urethane reaction either through heat activation or when combined with co-catalysts at ambient temperature. This product finds application in coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, and composites. By using formulations containing POLYCAT® SA 8, it is possible to achieve an extended pot life comparable to that of mercury catalysts.