Shamrock Technologies Inc. S-232 MG

S-232 MG is a micronized polyethylene-carnauba wax alloy. S-232 also is available in N1, N5 and SD3 grades.

Chemical Family: Polycaprolactone (PCL), Polyethylene Waxes, Polyethylenes, Polyolefins, Waxes

End Uses: Coil Coating, Radiation Curable Coating, Solventborne Coating, Solventborne Ink, Varnishes, Waterborne Coating, Waterborne Ink

Features: Good Gloss Retention

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Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Applications & Uses

Cure Method
Use Level
1-3%
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

As part of the S-Series of wax alloys, it features limited solubility, narrow distribution, compatibility with PTFE for greater slip, and easy dispersion with mild agitation.S-232 MG is an ideal wax for maintaining gloss and clarity in clear topcoats while offering excellent slip and abrasion resistance.

Inks: Sheet-fed and heat-set solvent or water-based inks. At levels of 1 to 2%, it provides the maximum wet scuff resistance in water and solvent ink. When used in overprint varnishes at levels of just 0.5 to 1.0%, S-232 MG will outperform other waxes in gloss retention and clarity.

Coatings: Can, coil, industrial, and UV cure coatings.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Off white Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
DSC Melting Point230 / 110˚F / ˚C
Hegman Grind6.5 – 7.0
NPIRI Grindmax. 2
Particle Size Mean Value3 – 4μm
Particle Size Under (at 99%)11.0μm
Specific Gravity0.97g/cm³