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LX® -238 is a thermoplastic low molecular weight, hydrocarbon resin produced by thermal polymerization of mixed DCPD, aromatic and alicyclic monomers derived from petroleum feedstocks.

Chemical Family: Aliphatics, Hydrocarbons

End Uses: Solventborne Coating

Molecular Weight: 1590.0 - 1590.0 g/mol

Features: Improved Substrate Wetting, Low VOC

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
CASE Ingredients Features
ATTRIBUTES / BENEFITS
  • Soluble In Aromatic and Aliphatic Solvents/Oils
  • Compatible With Long and Medium Oil Alkyds
  • Enhances Wetting of Pigments and Fillers
  • Improves Rubber Processing
  • Low Molecular Weight
  • Low Color
  • Low VOC

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
APPLICATIONS / END USES
  • Concrete Cure Compounds
  • Rubber Goods
  • High Solids Solvent Borne Alkyd Based Coatings

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Light Yellow
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Softening Point, R&B 113°CASTM E28
Gardner Color (50% in 100 Solvent)8%ASTM D1544
Iodine Number150ASTM D1959
Specific Gravity at 25°C1.08ASTM D71
Brookfield Viscosity, at 170°C1300cpsASTM 3236
Brookfield Viscosity,at 190°C400cpsASTM 3236
Brookfield Viscosity,at 210°C150cpsASTM 3236
Molecular Weight Mn520ASTM D5290
Molecular Weight Mw1590ASTM D5290

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
TSCA Status

Neville Chemical Company certifies that all components of this product are on the TSCA Inventory.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

LX-238 Resin is packaged in 50 lb. (22.7/kg.) bags or super sacks.