TAFIGEL® AP 30

1 of 22 products in this brand
TAFIGEL® AP 30 is recommended as thickener for anionic and non-ionic systems. It is excellent sagging resistance, can be used at pH of up to 13, very high water retention in paper coatings.

Functions: Rheology Modifier

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies
Composition

Acrylic copolymer, emulsified in white oil, anionic

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Applications
  • Adhesives
  • Coatings
  • Silicate facade paints
  • Paper coatings
Recommended levels/use

TAFIGEL AP 30 can be added undiluted at any time during the manufacturing process. Ladder studies are recommended to determine optimum levels. Normal dosage ranges from 0.05 to 4% on total formulation. For dilution with water the product must be added slowly to the aqueous phase while stirring. When water is added to the product lumps arise

Properties

Appearance
liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Ingredientsapprox. 32%
Density at 20°Capprox. 1.07g/cm³
pH (0,5% in dist. water)approx. 7.5
Viscositymedium viscosity

Storage & Handling

Storage and Packaging

TAFIGEL AP 30 is sensitive to freezing and must be protected from frost. It should be stored between 5 and 25°C. The product may slightly separate on storage. Therefore TAFIGEL AP 30 must be mixed before use. The minimum shelf life in closed containers is 9 months from the date of manufacture.

Totes holding 1000 kg net, drums holding 150 kg net and kegs holding 25 kg net