Products in Functional Additives: Epoxy Coating

Lupragen® API - N-(3-Aminopropyl)imidazole is classified under the category of gel catalysts. It serves as a curing agent in epoxy coatings. Additionally, it is employed as a low VOC polyurethane catalyst for flexible foam and semi-rigid foam. Its chemical structure allows for seamless integration into polyurethane foam formulations.

SILRES® HP 2020 is a low-viscosity, reactive aminofunctional methyl phenyl silicone resin. The product is typically used as a curing agent or crosslinker for cycloaliphatic epoxy resins in 2-pack high-solids coatings. It significantly improves the weathering resistance of the coating compared to organic amine curing agents. Such 2-pack epoxypolysiloxane coatings are an isocyanate-free alternative to 2-pack polyurethanes as weathering-resistant topcoats.

SILRES® HP 2000 is a reactive aminofunctional methyl phenyl silicone resin supplied as an approximately 90 wt.% solution in xylene. The product is typically used as a curing agent or crosslinker for cycloaliphatic epoxy resins in 2-pack high-solids coatings. It significantly improves the weathering resistance of the coating compared to organic amine curing agents. Such 2-pack epoxypolysiloxane coatings are an isocyanate-free alternative to 2K-polyurethanes as weathering-resistant topcoats.

HALOX® 430 JM is a non-toxic, heavy metal-free anti-corrosive pigment designed for use in waterborne and solventborne protective coating systems. HALOX® 430 JM is based on a unique synergy between an ion scavenging and passivation mechanism. It is recommended for use in long-term applications where the use of heavy metals, such as zinc, strontium, barium, molybdenum, and chromate, is of concern.

HALOX® BW-111 is a white, non-refractive pigment used as a corrosion inhibitor in protective coating systems. It is specifically recommended for use in solvent-borne epoxy systems, including both conventional and high-solids coatings. The recommended loading levels for HALOX® BW-111 range from 5–10% based on the total formula weight for conventional systems and from 10–20% based on the total formula weight for higher solids systems.

HALOX® 350 is a highly active organic corrosion inhibitor with 97–100% solids, specifically designed to prevent flash rust and in-can corrosion while also providing temporary corrosion protection. This product is an effective alternative to toxic nitrite-based flash rust inhibitors. It is in the form of a slightly yellow powder.

Gelest 3-AMINOPROPYLTRIETHOXYSILANE (SIA0610.0) effects immobilization of enzymes and is used in microparticle surface modification. This product functions as an adhesion promoter and coupling agent.

AFCONA 3035 is an additive designed to improve leveling and prevent surface defects in UPE and epoxy systems. It has minimal slip effect and is compatible with high polarity systems. It can be used in both water- and solvent-based coatings, as well as to prevent curtain-rupture in curtain coating applications.

AFCONA 3239 is an additive designed as a slip and leveling agent that also offers defoaming. It is a very suitable leveling agent for epoxies, and will not stabilize foam, but instead act as an effective defoamer in such systems.

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 3238 is an additive designed as a slip and leveling agent that also offers defoaming. For matte finish coatings, the addition of AFCONA 3238 will help in the orientation of matting agents. In UV curing systems, this product further reduces gloss when added together with a matting agent.

AFCONA 2725 is a defoamer and air-releaser for solvent-free epoxy, UPE, PMMA, and polyurethane systems. It was specifically developed to quickly de-aerate solvent-free polyurethane and epoxy compounds used in flooring applications, as well as to provide effective defoaming in UPE systems.

AFCONA 3277 is an anti-cratering, substrate wetting, and leveling agent for solvent-based coatings. It is a fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylic, and can be used as a non-silicone leveling agent when silicone is not permitted due to intercoat adhesion problems. However, we highly recommend using a combination of AFCONA 3277 and a suitable Polysiloxane for better overall performance if silicones are permitted.

Deuteron® LE 100 LV stands as a 100% active conductivity additive leveraging tetraalkyl-ammonium ethyl sulfate. These anti-static additives facilitate fine-tuning surface and volume resistivity across various systems. Deuteron LE 100 LV is a carrier-free liquid that ensures easy integration without introducing potentially undesirable solvents into a system. These products blend seamlessly into all solvent mixtures commonly employed in coatings, although slight turbidity might occur. They are solvent-free, fluid, and effortlessly dosed at room temperature.

ProFlex 9S Reactive Plasticizer serves as an effective plasticizer for melamine and various other resins, contributing to enhanced stability, flexibility, and flow properties of these materials. Its applications extend to low-pressure melamine formaldehyde laminates, urea formaldehyde resins, and as a reactive plasticizer in epoxy, polyurethane, and melamine-based resins. Systems treated with ProFlex 9S exhibit improved resistance to oils, solvents, and moisture. Additionally, in coatings, it imparts fungicidal activity.

Cardolite® Ultra LITE 513 is a very light-colored, low-viscosity, monofunctional epoxy reactive diluent designed for coatings, adhesives, and other epoxy applications. The long hydrophobic aliphatic side chain of cardanol gives this product a very low viscosity and provides excellent water resistance, flexibility, and thermal shock resistance. High-viscosity solvent or solvent-free formulations can achieve enhanced workability and higher solids without sacrificing other performance properties using this product.

Cardolite® Ultra Lite 2009HSF is a very light color and undiluted phenalkamine curing agent designed for epoxy coatings applications.

Pangel® W is a rheological additive meticulously engineered to induce robust pseudoplastic behavior in any formulation it is incorporated into. Pangel® W range is specifically formulated to serve as a thickener and water retention additive in emulsion paints.

Cardolite® Ultra Lite 2009H is a very light color and low viscosity phenalkamine curing agent suitable for epoxy coating applications, particularly for protecting concrete and metal substrates. It provides faster hardness development compared to Ultra Lite 2009, along with excellent cure and film properties.

Cardolite® NX - 5454 is a low viscosity, solvent and benzyl alcohol-free phenalkamine curing agent designed for epoxy coatings. It offers rapid cure properties, excellent chemical resistance, adhesion on various surfaces, and outstanding water resistance and corrosion protection.

Low molecular weight polydimethylsiloxane for improved leveling and anti-float properties in solvent-based coatings systems, 100 % active, VOC-free.

DYTEK® A amine (2-methylpentamine-1,5-diamine) is a methyl branched diamine with differential reactivity of each amine group that allows for crystallinity disruption in various applications such as high temperature nylon and polyamides, polyurethane chain extenders, and epoxy hardeners. It is also used in applications such as water treatment, corrosion inhibition, and metalworking fluids where amine functionality and pH control are important. DYTEK®A has 93% recycle content. It is also used in applications such as water treatment, corrosion inhibition,and metalworking fluids where amine functionality and pH control are important.DYTEK®A has 93% recycle content.

BECKOPOX™ EM 2120w/45WA is a dispersion and liquid within the epoxy and epoxy derivatives chemical family, functioning as a binder, resin, and corrosion inhibitor under CASE Ingredients. Targeting automotive and transportation, paints and coatings, and building and construction sectors, it stands out with APEO-free, formaldehyde-free, and VOC-free labeling. This product offers corrosion resistance, a balanced set of properties, low flash rust, and matting features. Suitable for 1K coatings, epoxy coatings, primers, and waterborne coatings, it is compatible with epoxies and adheres well to metal and wood substrates.

MODAFLOW® EPSILON is an APEO-free and tin-free clearcoat technology suitable for the automotive and transportation, paints and coatings, and printing and packaging markets. This epoxy-based coating is utilized in applications such as automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, vehicle refinish, wood coatings and finishes, coil coatings, industrial coatings, metal coatings, packaging coatings, and various printing inks, including flexography, gravure, inkjet, lithographic, and screen printing. Employing radiation cure, it is compatible with metal and wood substrates, presenting a clear appearance.

BECKOPOX™ EH 694, categorized under CASE Ingredients additives, functions as a hardening agent from the anhydride chemical family. Notably VOC-free, it offers enhanced heat and chemical resistance. Designed for diverse coating applications, including industrial, furniture, metal, and specialty coatings, it's compatible with epoxies and hybrid systems. Available in granules, liquids, and solid forms, it caters to epoxy, hybrid, and powder coating formulations.

BECKOPOX™ EH 623W/80WA is a liquid agent classified in the amine chemical family and associated with CASE ingredients. Highlighted by APEO-free, formaldehyde-free, isocyanates-free, and VOC-free attributes, it offers a blend of properties including high gloss, enhanced chemical and water resistance, and extended pot life. Targeting automotive and transportation, building and construction, and paints and coatings industries, it's compatible with epoxies (EP) and suits applications like epoxy and waterborne coatings on metal substrates.

BECKOPOX™ EH 2189W/50WA is a liquid hardening agent classified under the amine chemical family and falls within CASE Ingredients. This VOC-free additive offers corrosion resistance and enhanced water immersion properties. Tailored for multiple markets, including automotive and transportation, building and construction, and paints and coatings, its applications span various coatings such as 2K, epoxy, and waterborne coatings on metal substrates.

Casamid™ 710 Oiled is a curing agent of the substituted dicyandiamide type suitable for the production of epoxy resin based powder coatings. The addition of oil reduces dusting and improves handling without affecting coating properties.

Silsurf®B608 is a silicone glycol copolymer. It is self-emulsifying in water and is designed to be emulsifier or wetting agent in various personal care and industrial chemical formulations. Silsurf®B608 has an INCI name of PEG-8 Dimethicone.

ADDITOL® XW 390 serves as a silicone-free flow and wetting agent designed for waterborne coating systems. It effectively prevents flow defects in various waterborne coatings and enhances substrate wetting. This APEO-free, formaldehyde-free, and tin-free formulation is compatible with epoxies (EP). Noteworthy features include improved edge coverage, long wave reduction, wet-on-wet properties, short wave reduction, and low migration. Widely applicable, it finds use in enamel, waterborne coating, and epoxy coating applications.

Casamid™ 710 is a curing agent of the substituted dicyandiamide type suitable for the production of epoxy resin based powder coatings.

Casamid™ 783 is a powder material of the accelerated dicyandiamide type, suitable for the production of epoxy resin based powder coatings.

AL 160 is a bifunctional organosilane with a reactive epoxide and inorganic methoxysilyl groups that promote adhesion by the ability to chemically bind to inorganic materials and organic polymers.

A high concentration amino functional metal organic adhesion promoter synthesized using a stabilized bimetal precursor. The product is supplied in ethylene glycol to aid in rapid dispersion and solubilization of the active components in polymer matrices.

A high concentration mercapto functional metal organic adhesion promoter absorbed upon a high surface area precipitated silica carrier. The product is a dry free flowing solid which physically breaks down upon compounding (Banbury, Henschel, etc.) to release the active mercapto functional adhesion promoter. The quantity of carrier solvent introduced to the powder coating, rubber, etc. Is reduced by 65% vs. Chartsil C-505.1/2H

BECKOPOX™ EH 637, classified under the amines and polyamines chemical family, functions as a binder and resin, hardening agent, and leveling agent within CASE Ingredients. Targeting automotive and transportation, building and construction, and paints and coatings sectors, it's especially suited for epoxy and solventborne coatings on metal surfaces. Notably, this liquid offers a low yellowing tendency and pairs effectively with liquid epoxy resins for applications like self-leveling flooring, casting compounds, and laminates.