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Features & Benefits
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Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Adhesive & Sealant Type
- Applications
When CURING AGENT WS 5 is added to aqueous binders (acrylic or SBR latex), a heat treatment after drying consistently improves cohesion and moisture resistance of the film. Where added to textile finishing agents, it will remarkably improve the resistance to washing and abrasion.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Dispersible in
- Water
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Solvents | water | — | — |
| Total Solids | 27.5±1 | % | — |
| Brookfield Viscosity 25°C | min. 1501 | mPa.s | — |
| pH | 8.5 - 11 | — | — |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging and Storing
Packaging
The product is supplied in plastic tanks (10 kg); plastic drums (100 kg).
Storing
CURING AGENT WS 5 must be stored at temperatures between 10 and 40°C. Freezing temperature is around -3°C. When frozen, it cannot be restored to previous conditions. Stir periodically in case of prolonged storage. Use within 6 months from production date (unopened and in the original packaging).
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 6 Months
- Handling
Suggested quantity is 1 - 4%.
CURING AGENT WS 5 can be added directly to the dispersion; then it is necessary to dry all water off, and the product must be exposed to heat in order to achieve an excellent cross-linking. Best curing conditions: 80 °C for 3 minutes. Pot-life of compound is 24-36 hours.