SILRES

Wacker Chemie AG Brand

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The SILRES® brand comprises a wide range of silicones for coatings, paints and construction applications. The portfolio has been developed and continuously improved since the 1950's when the first silicone resins for building protection originated in WACKER laboratories. It features not only time-tested and innovative products, but also tailored solutions for a host of applications, climates and substrates. And it is supported by a range of extensive services available from our technical centers worldwide which provide further customization and customer-specific options.

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SILRES® 604

Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silicones
End Uses:Powder Coating
Features:Water Resistance, Easy Handling, Excellent Flow, Good Compatibility, Heat Resistance, Good Heat Stability, High Temperature Performance, Weather Resistance

SILRES® 604 is a flaked silicone resin that exhibits good compatibility with organic resins. It is primarily used as a pure binder in various applications. It is supplied as a solvent-free solid resin. One of the key applications of SILRES® 604 is as a base material for powder coatings. It is particularly suitable for heat-resistant formulations that can withstand temperatures up to 650 °C. Furthermore, when used in white formulations, SILRES® 604 can maintain its color stability up to temperatures as high as 270 °C without significant yellowing. The ability of SILRES® 604 to act as a pure binder and its high-temperature resistance make it a valuable component in the formulation of heat-resistant powder coatings.

SILRES® 610

Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silicones
End Uses:Solventborne Coating, Clearcoat
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Metal, Aluminum
Features:Corrosion Resistance, High Temperature Performance, Water Resistance, Improves Adhesion, Excellent Solubility, Good Compatibility, Heat Resistance, Chemical Resistance

SILRES® 610 is a hard, solid silicone resin containing methyl groups. It is supplied in the form of solid flakes. A typical application is its use as a binder for high-temperature-resistant coatings after being dissolved in a suitable solvent. SILRES® 610 is utilized as a binder in coatings, offering a combination of heat resistance and weathering resistance. Additionally, it dries quickly, resulting in a film that is free from tackiness.

SILRES® 64558 VP

Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silicones
End Uses:Solventborne Adhesive, Solventborne Sealant, Pressure Sensitive Adhesive
Features:Fast Cure, Improves Dry Strength, Weather Resistance, Excellent Electrical Insulation, UV Resistance, Good Moisture Resistance, Heat Resistance

SILRES® 64558 VP is a toluene-based, ready-to-use formulation based on polysiloxanes and silicone resins. The product is preferably used as a binder in highly flexible composite tapes or as an intermediate to manufacture silicone pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) formulations. In composite tapes, SILRES® 64558 VP contributes to the tapes' excellent electrical insulation properties and outstanding long-term heat resistance. Besides, composite tapes made with SILRES® 64558 VP are highly stable against environmental impacts such as moisture, pollutants, and UV light, allowing them to be exposed continuously to constantly changing climatic conditions or UV radiation.

SILRES® BS 1001

Functions:Water Repellent
Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silanes
Product Type:Waterborne Coating, Solventless & High Solids Coating, Primer
Labeling Claims:Solvent-free, Environmentally Friendly

SILRES® BS 1001 is a water-thinnable, solventless emulsion based on a mixture of silane and siloxane. Dilute solutions of SILRES® BS 1001 serve as high-quality, general-purpose water repellents for impregnating and priming mineral surfaces. SILRES® BS 1001 can be combined with polymer-based primers for substrate consolidation.

SILRES® BS 1001 A

Product Type:Primer
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Concrete, Brick
Features:Good Stability, Blister Resistance, Excellent UV Stability, Excellent Aesthetics, Cost Effective, Low VOC, Long Shelf Life, Excellent Dirt Pick-up Resistance, Freeze/Thaw Stability, Crack Resistant, Vapor Permeable, Good Adhesion, Prevents Thermo-Oxidative Degradation, Microbe Resistant, Peel Resistance, Chemical Resistant, Efflorescence Control, Cleanable, Water Resistant, High Durability
Chemical Family:Silicones

SILRES® BS 1001 A is a stable, VOC-compliant, 50% active silicone emulsion that reduces with water to form a stable, penetrating water repellent emulsion. SILRES® BS 1001 A is developed to treat a wide variety of mineral substrates, including architectural concrete, concrete block, split-face block, pavers, stucco, porous and dense brick, clay tile, and exposed aggregate concrete. It is particularly effective in the do-it-yourself (DIY) markets, where good water repellency, beading, ease of use, and stability are required. SILRES® BS 1001 A is not recommended for below-grade applications where hydrostatic pressure can be significant.

SILRES® BS 1042

Chemical Family:Silicones
Functions:Water Repellent
End Uses:Building Materials
Features:Mold Resistance, Alkali Resistant, High Temperature Resistance, Non-Yellowing, Water Resistance, Mildew Resistance, UV Resistance
Physical Form:Liquid, Emulsion

SILRES® BS 1042 is an aqueous emulsion of a reactive polydimethylsiloxane. Its purpose is to provide water repellency to materials such as glass wool mats or rock wool mats that are bound with phenolic resin. It can also be used for low-density bulk goods like perlite or vermiculite. The emulsion helps to impart water-repellent properties to these materials, enhancing their performance in moisture-related applications.

SILRES® BS 1052

Chemical Family:Silicones
Functions:Water Repellent
End Uses:Building Materials
Features:UV Resistance, Good Thermal Stability, Mold Resistance, Alkali Resistant, High Temperature Resistance, Non-Yellowing, Water Resistance, Mildew Resistance
Physical Form:Liquid, Emulsion

SILRES® BS 1052 is an aqueous and water-dilutable emulsion of a medium-viscosity polydimethylsiloxane. Its main purpose is to provide water repellency to materials such as glass wool (fiberglass) or stone wool. It can be used on both bound materials, where the wool is bound with a resin, as well as unbound materials without a resin. By applying SILRES® BS 1052, it helps to enhance the water-repellent properties of these materials, improving their performance in moisture-related applications.

SILRES® BS 1306

Functions:Water Repellent
Chemical Family:Silicones
Features:Blocking Resistance, Water Resistance, Excellent Processability
End Uses:Top Coat, Primer, Building Materials, Waterborne Coating

SILRES® BS 1306 is a solventless, water-thinnable emulsion of polysiloxane modified with functional silicone resin. It can also be used as a water-repellent primer, in which case it should be diluted with water at a ratio of 1 part SILRES® BS 1306 to 9 parts water. If the primer is required to strengthen the substrate, we recommend adding a polymer dispersion in hydrosol form.

SILRES® BS 1310

Functions:Water Repellent
Chemical Family:Silicones
Labeling Claims:Solvent-free
Features:Blocking Resistance, Water Resistance, Excellent Processability
End Uses:Top Coat, Primer, Building Materials, Waterborne Coating

SILRES® BS 1310 is a solvent-free, water-thinnable emulsion of polysiloxane modified with functional silicone resin. It is an additive used in the production of aqueous masonry coatings and aqueous primers to enhance water repellency and resistance. Additionally, it improves the processability and antiblocking characteristics of the aqueous coatings.

SILRES® BS 1316

Functions:Water Repellent, Impregnating Agent
Chemical Family:Silicones
End Uses:Concrete Admixtures, Building Materials
Applicable Processes:Concrete Protection
Features:Water Resistance
Physical Form:Liquid, Emulsion

SILRES® BS 1316 is used undiluted as a water-repellent primer and impregnating agent for normal and reinforced concrete. It is a mixture of isomeric octyltrimethoxysilanes, with isooctyltrimethoxysilane as the main component. SILRES® BS 1316 is specifically recommended as a water-repellent impregnating agent and primer for normal and reinforced concrete in various applications such as bridges, roads, and buildings.

SILRES® BS 1340

Functions:Water Repellent
Chemical Family:Silicones
Labeling Claims:Solvent-free
Physical Form:Liquid, Emulsion
Features:Anti-Blocking, Excellent Processability, Water Resistance, Improved Workability, Blocking Resistance

SILRES® BS 1340 is a nonionic, solvent-free, waterborne emulsion of a reactive polysiloxane. It is specifically used in the formulation of water-resistant coatings. SILRES® BS 1340 can be directly incorporated, without dilution, into waterborne masonry paints and plasters either during or after their production.

SILRES® 603

Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silicones
End Uses:Powder Coating
Features:Weather Resistance, Good Compatibility, Water Resistance, Heat Resistance

SILRES® 603 is a solid silicone resin that contains phenyl groups and is known for its good compatibility with organic polymers. It serves as a base material for heat-resistant powder coatings, particularly those that require above-average gloss retention during heating. When creating heat-resistant and black pigmented powder coatings, it is recommended to blend SILRES® 603 with organic binders specifically designed for powder coatings. Additionally, the inclusion of heat-resistant pigments can further enhance its performance.

Knowde Brand Summary

Identification

Carrier: Solvent-based,
Water,
Xylene
Chemical Family: Silane-Terminated Polyether (STPE),
Silanes,
Silicates,
Silicones,
Siloxanes
Polymer Name: Thermoset Silicone (Si)
Product Type: 1K (1 component) Coating,
Clearcoat,
Coating,
Concrete Admixture,
Primer,
Sealer,
Solventborne Coating,
Solventless & High Solids Coating,
Waterborne Coating
Technologies: Agrochemicals,
CASE Ingredients,
Cleaning Ingredients,
Composite Materials,
Elastomers,
Industrial Additives & Materials,
Plastics,
Ready-to-Use Products
Product Families: Additives
Dispersing & Wetting Additives,
Functional Additives,
Surface Modifiers
Additives
Functional Additives
Construction Chemicals
Cement & Concrete Additives,
Mortar & Gypsum Additives
Construction Materials
Concrete Admixtures
Crop Protection & Pest Control
Other Crop Protection & Pest Control Products
Elastomer Additives
Performance Additives
Functional Additives
Performance Additives
Monomers & Intermediates
Chain Extenders & Crosslinkers,
Intermediates
Paints & Coatings
Other Paints & Coatings,
Primers & Sealers,
Protective Coatings
Polymer Additives
Performance Additives
Polymers & Resins
Thermoset Resins
Processing Aids
Other Processing Additives
Resins & Binders
Other Resins & Binders
Agrochemical Functions: Water Repellent
CASE Ingredients Functions: Binder & Resin,
Buffers & pH Stabilizer,
Crosslinking Agent,
Curing Agent,
Intermediate,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Nonionic),
Water Repellent
Cleaning Ingredients Functions: Water Repellent
Composite Materials Functions: Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Industrial Additives Functions: Binder,
Impregnating Agent,
Water Repellent
Plastics & Elastomers Functions: Binder

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Alkylphenol-free,
Animal Products-free,
BSE-free,
Benzyl Alcohol-free,
Catalyst-Free,
Environmentally Friendly,
Isocyanates-free,
Low VOC,
Mineral based,
Odor-free,
Plasticizer-free,
Solvent-free,
TSE-free,
Tin-free,
VOC-free,
Water-free

Applications & Uses

Markets: Adhesives & Sealants,
Automotive & Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Consumer Goods,
Electrical & Electronics,
HI&I Care,
Paints & Coatings,
Printing & Packaging
Applications: Appliances & Electronics
Automotive
Automotive Lighting,
Electrical & Electronic Systems,
Powertrain & UTH
Automotive & Transportation
Automotive OEM Coatings,
Marine Coatings
Building & Construction
Architectural Coatings,
Concrete Coatings & Stains,
Decorative Paints,
Floor Coatings,
Infrastructure, Roads & Paving,
Roof Coatings,
Wood Coatings & Finishes
Building Envelope & Roofing
Architectural Coatings,
EIFS & Insulation,
Shingles & Tiles,
Waterproofing & Weatherproofing
Building Materials
Plasters & Renders,
Structural Components,
Wall Panels,
Wood
Coatings & Finishes
Automotive OEM Coatings,
Marine Coatings
Decorative Materials & Finishes
Decorative Paints, Coatings & Stains
Devices & Assemblies
Automotive Electronics,
Consumer Electronics,
Lighting
Flooring & Surfaces
Ceiling Tiles,
Fillers, Levellers & Joints,
Floor Coatings
Home Care
Surface Care
Housewares
Industrial Coatings
Appliances & Consumer Goods,
Coil Coatings,
Industrial Coatings,
Metal Coatings
Infrastructure, Roads & Paving
Coatings & Markings,
Pavement, Highways, Roads & Bridges,
Repair & Rehabilitation
Packaging & Paper
Tape & Label Adhesives
Packaging Coatings
Primers & Lacquers
Packaging Coatings
Primers & Lacquers
Parts & Components
Sensors & Actuators
Tapes, Labels & Adhesives
Tapes & Labels
Transportation
Marine,
Rail & Mass Transit
Applicable Processes: Concrete Protection,
Mineral Treatment
Application Area: Bridges,
Facade,
Kitchenware
Application Method: Brush,
Dip Coating,
Roller,
Spray
Application Technique: Sprayers
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics,
Alkyds,
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Cement,
Epoxies (EP),
Latex,
Silicones
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Aluminum,
Brick,
Cellulose,
Ceramic,
Clay,
Concrete,
Fiberglass,
Glass,
Limestone,
Marble,
Masonry,
Metal,
Painted Surfaces,
Perlite,
Sandstone,
Slate,
Stone,
Textiles,
Vermiculite,
Wood
Cure Method: Air Dry,
Heat Cure,
Moisture Cure
Adhesive & Sealant Type: Pressure Sensitive Adhesive,
Solventborne Adhesive,
Solventborne Sealant
Coating Type: 1K (1 component) Coating,
2K (2 component) Coating,
Base Coat,
Clearcoat,
Coil Coating,
Epoxy Coating,
Powder Coating,
Primer,
Solventborne Coating,
Solventless & High Solids Coating,
Top Coat,
Waterborne Coating
Composites End Use: Capacitors,
Electric Motors,
Lighting Fixtures,
Resistors,
Sensors
Industrial Additives End Use: Asphalt,
Building Materials,
Cement,
Concrete Admixtures,
Floor Tiles,
Plaster,
Plasterboard,
Render
Composites Processing Methods: Resin Transfer Molding (RTM),
Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI)

Knowde Brand Highlights

SILRES® BS For Building Protection: The SILRES® brand comprises a long-established, yet innovative portfolio that provides
buildings and surfaces with long-lasting protection against water damage. It is highly effective on both mineral materials and wood.

Effects:

Low water uptake

High water-vapor permeability

Barrier against harmful, water-soluble salts

High resistance to heat, cold and UV light

Applications:

Binders and additives for durable decorative coatings

Silane/siloxane creams, emulsions and liquids for protecting concrete

Impregnation agents for hydrophobic impregnation of facades

Silicone emulsions for hydrophobic impregnation of insulation materials

Silicones for hydrophobic impregnation of brick and roof tiles

Water-repellent additives for producing gypsum-based materials

Silicone powders as water-repellent additives for dry-mixes

Water-repellent additives for cement-fiber boards and similar materials

Silicone microemulsion concentrate and cream for horizontal damp-proofing

Hydrophobic impregnation agents and additives for wood

Surface treatment of mineral substrates with anti-stain, color-enhancing and anti-graffiti effects
SILRES® For Industrial Coatings: For industrial coatings, the SILRES® brand offers highly crosslinked polysiloxanes that have organic side groups and are available as resins and intermediates. This combination of organic groups and an inorganic backbone confers exceptional properties.

Effects:

Protection against extreme heat and rapid temperature changes

Excellent resistance to UV and weathering

Versatile styling combined with high functionality

Applications:

SILRES^® silicone resins make ideal binders for:

Heat-resistant coatings for exhaust and engine parts

Heat-resistant exterior paints in the chemical and petrochemical industries

Decorative and functional coatings for stoves, fireplaces and barbecues

Weatherable topcoats, e.g. for high-performance steel structures, such as bridges or buildings and offshore platforms in highly corrosive environments

SILRES^® intermediates greatly enhance the heat and weathering resistance of organic binders. The resulting optimized coatings are used for:

Weatherable coil-coating finishes, e.g. for roofing

Heat-resistant decorative coatings for pots and pans and kitchen appliances such as toasters, waffle irons, etc.