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BETOLIN® Q40 is a low viscosity, aqueous solution of special hydrophilic alkoxylated alkylammonium compounds. Betolin® Q 40 has an influence on the polysilicates and silicic acid micelles of potassium silicate binders. It stabilizes the polysilicate ions and thereby reduces post-thickening and strong viscosity rise of paints and plasters on storage.

Functions: Rheology Modifier, Stabilizer

Chemical Family: Ammonium Compounds

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polysilicates

Labeling Claims: Low VOC

Physical Form: Liquid

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Properties
  • Contains only small traces of organic solvent residues (VOC),
  • Achieves viscosity stability during the storage of paints and plasters,
  • This action is further boosted by the inclusion of Betolin A11 and Sapetin D20,
  • Supports the incorporation of inorganic pigments and fillers,
  • Improves the Betolin binders’ stability to electrolytes,
  • Promotes the improvement in adhesion of paints and platers to the substrate, -improves suppression of chalking,
  • Can promote the reduction of formation of stains on colored coatings

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Application

Betolin® Q 40 stabilizes the silicate binders Betolin® K 28, Betolin® K 35, Betolin® K 42, Betolin® P 35 and Betolin® P 50 in silicate emulsion coating systems. Betolin® Q 40 is added in proportions of 0,5 – 1,0 % to formulations for paints and 0,2 – 0,5 % to formulations for plasters. A further improvement in stability is obtained through the inclusion of 0,5 – 1,0% of Betolin® A 11.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density at 20°Capprox. 1,02g/cm3-
pH (20°C, 10% solution)approx. 13--
Viscosity at 20°Capprox. 5mPas-

Safety & Health

Industrial Hygiene

According to the information at our disposal, Betolin® Q 40 does not exert any harmful effects on health, provided that the usual safety and industrial hygiene precautions relation to handling of chemicals are observed together with the information given in our Safety Data Sheet.

Risk and Safety Phrases

Not classified as dangerous according to EC Guidelines and German Ordinance on Hazardous Materials (GefStoffV).

Packaging & Availability

Delivery
  • 30-kg canisters
  • 200 kg drums
  • Container

Storage & Handling

Storage
  • Betolin® Q 40 must be protected from frost during storage.
  • Its shelf life in tightly closed containers is at least 12 months.