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ULTRAFINE™ 5W A

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Ultrafine™ 5W A is a Lawter™ micronized powder. It is a micronized pure polytetrafluoroethylene powder designed to help ink and coatings formulations achieve maximum rub resistance and lowest C.O.F. Ultrafine 5W A may be used in combination with other polymers for the most effective balance of cost versus performance.

Functions: Anti-Abrasion Agent, Binder & Resin, Surface Modifier

Chemical Family: Fluoropolymers, Waxes

End Uses: Radiation Curable Coating, Radiation Curable Ink, Waterborne Coating, Waterborne Ink

Features: Abrasion Resistance

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Technologies

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
BENEFITS
  • COF reduction 
  • Maximum rub resistance
  • Premium PTFE grade with narrow particle distribution
  • Enhances lubricity, abrasion and heat resistance

Applications & Uses

Cure Method
Use Level
0.5 - 2.0
APPLICATIONS
  • Ink and coatings formulations
  • Inks, UV, metal deco, OPV, coatings, laser imprinting, AQ and UV coatable

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Polymer TypePTFE
Melting Pointmin. 600°F
NPIRI GradeN5
Specific Gravity2.2
Recommended Usage0.5 - 2.0%
Average Particle Size8.0microns
Particle Size (NPIRI - Grind)N-4