LX®-3100 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: Lithographic Ink, Solventborne Coating

Molecular Weight: 935.0 - 935.0 g/mol

Features: Chemical Resistance, Improved Substrate Wetting, Improves Adhesion

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

ATTRIBUTES / BENEFITS
  • Improves Tack and Bond Strength / Reduces Sag
  • Enhances Wetting of Pigments and Fillers
  • Controls Rheology and Tack in Rubber Goods and Litho Inks
  • Increases Film Hardness, Chemical Resis-tance, Adhesion and Gloss in Topcoats

Applications & Uses

Ink & Toner Type
APPLICATIONS / END USES
  • Adhesives and Caulks
  • Rubber Goods
  • High Solids Solvent Borne Alkyd Based Coatings
  • Litho Inks
  • Self-Stick Roofing Shingles

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Dark Amber Flakes
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Softening Point, R&B °C.108°CASTM E28
Gardner Color (50% in 100 Solvent)16%ASTM D1544
Iodine Number140ASTM D1959
Specific Gravity at 25°C1.09ASTM D71
Brookfield Viscosity, at 150°C4400cpsASTM 3236
Brookfield Viscosity,at 170°C900cpsASTM 3236
Brookfield Viscosity,at 190°C300cpsASTM 3236
Molecular Weight Mn450ASTM D5290
Molecular Weight Mw935ASTM 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-3100 resin is packaged in 50 lb. (22.7/kg.) bags or super sacks.