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SST®-5 is a white low MW PTFE micro powder with particle size distribution at a mean value of 3 µm. SST® products are Shamrock’s PTFE micro powders that are defined by particle size and distribution, molecular weight, crystallinity, surface area, oil adsorption, powder flow, and color. Made primarily from highly controlled recycled PTFE feedstocks, SST® products are used for their ability to provide slip, non-stick, water repellency, texture, release, rub, and abrasion resistance to surfaces.

Functions: Anti-Abrasion Agent, Slip Agent

Chemical Family: Lactides

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

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies

Applications & Uses

Cure Method
Use Level
0.5-3%
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

SST® -5 is recommended for use in offset inks. SST® -5 is also recommended for all water-based, solvent-based, powder, and UV systems at .5-3% of the total formula weight (or .5-1% when used with 2-3% of Shamrock’s S Series waxes).

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hegman Grindmin. 6.5
Melting Point608 / 320˚F / ˚C
NPIRI Grindmax. 2
Particle Size Mean Value3.0μm
Particle Size Under (at 99%)10.0μm
Specific Gravity2.15g/cm³