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UNITHANE MP-612 NF

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Unithane MP-612 NF is a NMP free, soft, inherently dull, APEO free, waterbased polyurethane dispersion with automotive grade properties. Developed for use in a formulated coatings for graphic arts, textiles, paints and selected plastics.

Chemical Family: Polyurethanes (PU)

End Uses: Varnishes, Waterborne Coating

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Leather, Paper, Plastics, Textiles

Features: Low VOC

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Features
  • NMP-Free (NF), Low VOC (<100 g/L)

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Application Types
  • Interior, Exterior, Automotive, Aircraft, Synthetic Leather, Paint, Graphic Arts, OPV, Paper, Textiles, Plastics - Flexible, Plastics - Rigid, Non-Woven

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Opaque, Matte after curing
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Solids31 - 34
pH8.0 - 10.0
Viscosity at 25°C700 - 1500cps
VOC21.68g/l
VOC (Total Weight)2.19%
Specific Gravity1.02
Gloss at 60°C0 - 2
Freezethaw Cycles0cyclesD2243
Harmonize tariff number3909.50.6000
Film Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile2500psiD-882
Tensile at 100% Elongation750psi
Elongation550%D-882
Cold crackbelow -30°CISO 17233
Softening point180°C
Pencil hardness6BhD-3363
Sward hardness6D-2134
Uv resistance (1000 hours at 340 nm)No damageD-4587
Impact resistance (Direct or Reverse) at 160 psiN0 DamageD-2794
Tabor abrasion (Loss) (CS-10, 1000 cycles)25mgD-4060
Mandrel bend at 1/8Pass 1/8, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 1D-522
Dry Time60minutesD-5895
Hydrolysis resistance (200 hours, 70ºc, 95% rh)Retained 80% of tensile properties
Hydrolysis resistance (200 hours, 70ºc, 95% rh)Retained 80%

Technical Details & Test Data

Chemical Resistance Testing

Chemical Resistance Testing (D-1308):

  • WATER: 5
  • ACETIC ACID: 4
  • AMMONIA: 4
  • METHYL ETHYL KETONE: 3
  • 2-PROPANOL: 3
  • TOLUENE: 5
  • GASOLINE: 5
Various Substrate Cross-cut Adhesion

Various Substrate Cross-cut Adhesion (D-3359)

  • COLD ROLL STEEL - UNPOLISHED: 5B
  • ALUMINUM - UNTREATED: 5B
  • BRASS - UNTREATED: 5B
  • ABS - UNTREATED: 5B
  • POLYCARBONATE - UNTREATED: 5B
  • NYLON - UNTREATED: 4B
  • HDPE - UNTREATED: 0B

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
max. 12