Products in Marine: Defoamer

Efka® FA 4610 is a low-molecular-weight dispersing agent, reducing dispersing time, increasing pigment load, and improving gloss and flow. Is in a transparent, slightly yellowish liquid form, Efka® FA 4610 enhances the efficiency of dispersing agents.

Efka® FA 4620 is a low-molecular-weight dispersing agent suitable for use in solvent- and water-based systems. It is very efficient at wetting and dispersing fillers, extenders, and inorganic pigments. In clear, brownish liquid form, Efka® FA 4620 serves as a versatile dispersing agent.

Efka® FA 4642 is a liquid dispersant and defoamer belonging to the chemical family of fatty acids. Tailored for end-use applications such as primer, this liquid formulation serves essential functions in dispersing components and mitigating foam-related issues within the specified context.

Efka® FA 4600 is an anti-settling agent for non-aqueous coatings, preventing sedimentation and agglomeration of even heavy pigments. is in a colorless to yellowish/reddish liquid form, Efka® FA 4600 is easily applicable and contributes to maintaining the stability of coatings.

AFCONA 7201 is recommended for unsaturated polyester, PVC, epoxy, and polyurethane resin systems. It is a moderately strong defoamer, but is not suitable for unpigmented/clear systems, as it may cause in-can haziness. However, this has a negligible effect on final gloss and will not influence other properties of the system.

AFCONA 3700 is a wetting, leveling and flow control agent for solvent-free and solvent-based coatings with excellent anti-crater properties. AFCONA 3700 is a highly fluorocarbon modified polyacrylic polymer. It has very low surface tension and therefore it can substitute and perform as silicones without the side effects of silicones.

AFCONA 2035 is a moderate defoamer that minimizes side effects, prevents the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application, and offers good defoaming and compatibility with most resin systems. It is recommended for medium-viscosity applications applied by brush and conventional spray methods, and is suitable for systems ranging from low to high polarity.

AFCONA 3236 is an additive designed to provide slip and leveling, as well as good defoaming performance. It is an alkyl-modified polysiloxane that offers excellent slip and leveling properties. Unlike other organically modified polysiloxanes, AFCONA 3236 acts as a defoamer and does not stabilize foam in most systems, making it suitable for foam-sensitive applications such as floor coatings and high-build systems.

AFCONA 3280 is a special modified polysiloxane that is soluble in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, esters and ketones, but insoluble in water. It offers slip, defoaming, and improvement of surface characteristics without hurting intercoat adhesion. Additionally, it offers better hot water resistance than other polyether modified polysiloxanes.

AFCONA 2020 is a very strong defoamer suitable for most solvent-based coatings, printing inks, and thermosetting resin systems. It eliminates foam and blistering, regardless of the source of the air bubbles. However, it is not suitable for transparent, high-gloss clear topcoats.

AFCONA 3777 is an anti-crater, substrate wetting and leveling agent for solvent-based coatings. It is the 1st generation of fluorocarbon modified polyacrylic. Recommended as non-silicone leveling agent where silicone is not permitted due to intercoat adhesion problems. However, we highly recommend a combination with a suitable polysiloxane for better overall performance.

AFCONA 2045 is a silicone-based defoamer used to prevent the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application of solvent-based coatings, including polyurethane clear coats. It is effective even in difficult situations such as airless spray, brush, and roller application, and has strong defoaming properties with a very good transparent appearance.

Silicone-free, rapid air release agent for use with a wide variety of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins.

ADDITOL® XL 123 N, a versatile formulation, excels as both a flow promoter and a defoamer. It proudly claims to be tin-free, NMP-free, and APEO-free. With standout features such as wet-on-wet properties, improved degassing, high temperature curing, excellent scratch resistance, overbake resistance, and improved long wave reduction, this product finds its niche in clearcoat applications. Offering a comprehensive set of benefits, ADDITOL® XL 123 N is the ideal choice for achieving superior performance and efficiency in coatings, particularly in the demanding realm of clear coatings where scratch resistance, curing, and degassing properties are critical.

ADDITOL® VXW 4926 is a silicone-free antifoaming additive specially formulated for water-dilutable paints. Its key attributes include rapid defoaming or air release, facilitating the application of high film thickness in stoving paints without causing cissing. This versatile additive is well-suited for combinations of dispersions with water-dilutable synthetic resins. Notably, ADDITOL® VXW 4926 aligns with environmentally conscious practices, being labeled as APEO-free, VOC-free, and bio-based. This makes it a preferred choice for formulators seeking sustainable and eco-friendly solutions in waterborne coatings.

ADDITOL® VXW 5907 is a surface-active additive formulated for water-dilutable paints, with a specific emphasis on spray application. It offers notable advantages in stoving paints, significantly reducing the flash-off time before stoving without compromising the integrity of the cured film. The effectiveness of this additive may vary depending on the specific type of water-dilutable paint used. As a defoamer, it contributes to preventing foam formation in coatings. Labeled as NMP-free, APEO-free, and tin-free, ADDITOL® VXW 5907 aligns with environmentally friendly and safer formulation practices. It finds applications in marine coatings, particularly in methods like dip coating and spray applications.

ADDITOL® XL 6507 is a deaerator/defoamer designed for solvent-borne paint systems. Functioning as both a deaerator and defoamer, it is formulated for applications in solvent-borne coatings and clearcoats. It stands out with labeling claims such as being formaldehyde-free, APEO-free, and tin-free. Widely applicable, it finds use in automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, and vehicle refinish. Notably, it offers improved degassing performance, with a recommended use level ranging from 0.1% to 1.5% of the total formulation.

DISPARLON® AQ-7533N is a general purpose defoaming/anti-popping agent based on a blend of vinyl copolymer, surfactant and hydrocarbons for waterborne systems, designed to disperse uniformly in the paint.

ADDITOL® XL 6531 is a silicone-free solution of defoaming polymers suitable for various applications, including industrial coatings, 2-component acrylic/isocyanate systems, unsaturated technical polyester resins, and gel coats. As a defoamer, it excels in inkjet ink, solventborne coatings, gelcoats, and clearcoats. Noteworthy features include high film thickness, a high popping limit, improved degassing, and low blistering. This product supports labeling claims of being APEO-free, formaldehyde-free, and tin-free, meeting diverse industry requirements.

DISPARLON® L-1983N is a silicone-free acrylic polymer surface control additive for leveling properties in low polarity systems such as epoxy primers and epoxy/acrylic UV cure inks.

Defoamer for solvent borne and water-based coating systems, silicone free. BLISTER FREE 75 shows very good defoaming properties in solvent borne: NC-systems and NC-combinations, AC- and epoxy-systems, PU and air drying acrylic systems, BLISTER FREE 75 has very good defoaming effect in water-based coating systems based on the following binders: Long oil alkyds, Medium oil alkyds, Acrylate/medium oil alkyds, Acrylate/long oil alkyds, Epoxides.

This is a very strong defoamer for all solvent-based coatings, not suitable for transparent high gloss clear topcoat

AGITAN 105 is a special formulated emulsion type defoamer with excellent stability and defoaming properties. The defoamer is easy to emulsify in aqueous systems.

A moderate defoamer with minimum side effects

Defoamer for solvent-based coatings

Defoamer and deaerator for water-based coating systems, silicone free. BLISTER FREE 55 has an excellent defoaming effect in all types of water-based alkyd systems, for instance in alkyd emulsions with and without co-solvents. There are also very good defoaming effects in modified alkyds and alkyd/acrylic hybrids.

A well balance silicone free defoamer on compatibility and defoaming performance

Special modified Polysiloxane for slip, defoaming and improvement of surface characteristics