Products in Surface Modifiers: Clearcoat

Hydropalat® SL 3682 is an innovative anti-marring agent designed for waterborne coatings, clearcoats, and waterborne inks. This product, belonging to the siloxanes and silicones chemical family, boasts ethylbenzene-free and tin-free labeling claims. Hydropalat® SL 3682 ensuresn resistance, good compatibility, blocking resistance, improved slip resistance, low foaming, and excellent scratch resistance.

Efka® RM 1469 is a multifunctional additive designed to serve as a rheology modifier, anti-sagging agent, and thickener. This versatile product is compatible with various polymers and resins, including polyurethanes (PU), acrylics, melamines and melamine formaldehydes (MF), and cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB), along with polyesters. It boasts features such as good shear viscosity and high gloss, making it a valuable addition to formulations where these properties are crucial.

AFCONA 3250 is an additive designed to provide the highest slip in all solvent-based coatings without stabilizing foam. It is specially developed for all solvent-based systems where slip is the most important factor and foam stabilization is undesirable. AFCONA 3250 belongs to the same family as AFCONA 3230. But while AFCONA 3230 is effective only in polyurethane coatings, AFCONA 3250 works in all solvent-based coatings.

Lo-Vel® HSF belongs to PPG's synthetic precipitated silica product line, which reduces the gloss of coatings, varnishes, and other finishes. It offers high flatting efficiency, compatibility with various coating systems, and ease of redispersion. This product line delivers a balance of clarity and flatting for overprint varnish and topcoats. It can be used in solvent- or water-based coatings, high-solids, 100%-solids, and 2K systems, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of applications.

Lo-Vel® 6200 belongs to PPG's synthetic precipitated silica product line, which reduces the gloss of coatings, varnishes, and other finishes. It offers high flatting efficiency, compatibility with various coating systems, and ease of redispersion. This product line delivers a balance of clarity and flatting for overprint varnish and topcoats. It can be used in solvent- or water-based coatings, high-solids, 100%-solids, and 2K systems, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of applications.

AFCONA 3232 is an additive designed as slip and leveling for solvent-based coatings. It is the solvent-free version of AFCONA 3033. AFCONA 3232 is an end modified special polysiloxane. With this modification, it enhances coatings slip performance and surface smoothness. The slip characteristic is dry type, which makes it very suitable for wood coatings and thermoplastic character resins.

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 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 3033 is an additive designed to improve the slip and leveling performance of solvent-based coatings. It is an end-modified special polysiloxane, which enhances the dry slip characteristics of coatings, making it particularly suitable for wood coatings and thermoplastic resins.

LO-VEL® 8100 flatting agent is a high-efficiency flatting agent that is ideal for use in a variety of coating systems. It is a synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide, wax-treated silica designed for use where a Hegman value of 6 to 6.75 is required. Moreover, its high flatting efficiency, resistance to settling and heat-age stability provide formulation flexibility and expanded process capability.

AFCONA 3031 is a polyether modified polysiloxane slip and leveling additive used primarily in metal and UV coatings. It provides a very good slip performance, which is characterized by an "oily" or "wet look" appearance that can visually enhance film thickness. AFCONA 3031 is used in metal coatings, such as industrial heat-cured systems, car refinish polyurethane clear topcoats, and other vehicle paint.

AFCONA 3231 is a slip and leveling additive for metal and UV coatings that offers very good slip performance with an "oily" or "wet look" appearance to visually enhance film thickness. It is commonly used in industrial heat-cured systems, car refinish polyurethane clear topcoats, and other vehicle paint.

LO-VEL® 8300 flatting agent is a synthetic amorphous precipitated silica treated with a functionalized wax. It is designed for use in waterborne and solvent-borne coatings, and is suitable for coatings with a dry film thickness of less than 1 mil (< 20 microns).

ASCONIUM® 142DA can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

ASCONIUM® 141S1 can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

ASCONIUM® 112 can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

ASCONIUM® 140 can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

ASCONIUM® 110 replaces or enhances the effectiveness of mineral anticorrosive pigments in aqueous and solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that enhances the water resistance of dry films. For substrates made of galvanized steel, this product functions as an anti flash-rust additive. It is used as a corrosion inhibitor to protect metal packaging.

ASCONIUM® 130 is a liquid additive that improves the anti-corrosion and hydrophobic properties of both waterborne and solventborne metal coatings and enhances their adhesion to metal substrates. This product can be used alone or in combination with other anti-corrosion agents.

ASCONIUM® 114 can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

ASCONIUM® 143 can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

ASCONIUM® 111 can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

ASCONIUM® 144DA can replace mineral anti-corrosion pigments or improve their performance in waterborne or solventborne metal coatings. It is a hydrophobic agent that improves the water resistance of dry films. This ASCONIUM® grade can be used as the sole anti-corrosion additive in coatings or in conjunction with other anti-corrosion pigments to improve their performance. As a liquid-type additive, it is easy to incorporate into coating formulations and will not reduce the gloss of the coating’s dry film.

Deuteron® Wax A is a micronized amide wax known for delivering an excellent velvet surface feel and enhancing grain (anfeuerung). This versatile product is applicable across various mediums, such as solvent-based, water-based, 100% systems (e.g., UV-curable), and powder coatings. It comprises micronized polyamide wax, offering universal utility in diverse coating systems.

ASCONIUM® 144 DA is designed to elevate the performance of metal coatings. This innovative product effectively replaces mineral anticorrosion pigments, enhancing both waterborne and solventborne coatings. ASCONIUM® 144 DA serves as a hydrophobic agent, significantly improving the water resistance of dry films. Its advanced formulation ensures superior protection against corrosion, making it indispensable for coating applications where durability is paramount.

ASCONIUM® 143 is a breakthrough solution for metal coatings. This product effectively replaces mineral anticorrosion pigments or enhances their performance in both waterborne and solventborne coatings. Serving as a hydrophobic agent, ASCONIUM® 143 significantly boosts the water resistance of dry films. With its advanced formulation, ASCONIUM® 143 ensures superior protection against corrosion.

ASCONIUM® 140, a cutting-edge solution crafted to elevate metal coatings. This advanced product seamlessly replaces mineral anticorrosion pigments or enhances their performance in both waterborne and solventborne coatings. ASCONIUM® 140 acts as a hydrophobic agent, significantly improving the water resistance of dry-films. With its innovative formulation, ASCONIUM® 140 ensures superior protection against corrosion.

ASCONIUM® 112 is a revolutionary solution for optimizing metal coatings. This product seamlessly replaces mineral anticorrosion pigments, enhancing the performance of both waterborne and solventborne coatings. ASCONIUM® 112 acts as a hydrophobic agent, significantly augmenting the water resistance of dry films. With its advanced formulation, ASCONIUM® 112 ensures superior protection against corrosion, making it essential for coating applications prioritizing durability.

ASCONIUM® 114, a versatile solution engineered to enhance metal coatings. This innovative product seamlessly replaces mineral anticorrosion pigments or boosts their performance in waterborne or solventborne coatings. Acting as a hydrophobic agent, ASCONIUM® 114 significantly enhances the water resistance of dry films. With its advanced formulation, ASCONIUM® 114 ensures superior protection against corrosion.

SETALUX® 91757 VX-60 is a thermosetting hydroxylated acrylic copolymer solution designed for combination with amino resins. This formulation is further modified with a sag-control agent (SCA). It offers excellent gloss, good mechanical properties, solvent and acid resistance, strong adhesion, and excellent performance in accelerated weathering tests. The inclusion of a sag control agent ensures a good sagging limit, and the formulation exhibits excellent application properties. SETALUX® 91757 VX-60 is particularly suitable for use in automotive OEM coatings. It serves as both an anti-sagging agent and a binder, making it applicable in clearcoat, solventborne coating, and solventless and high-solids coating applications.

EBECRYL® 350, developed by CASE Ingredients, is a versatile radiation-curable liquid designed for the automotive and transportation, industrial, and paints and coatings markets. With labeling claims including bisphenol A-free, low-carbon footprint (PCF), solvent-free, and VOC-free, it meets stringent environmental standards. This cloudy liquid offers a range of application methods, such as curtain coating, dip coating, gravure coating, roller coating, and slot-die. Compatible with various substrates, including metal, paper, plastics, and wood, EBECRYL® 350 provides a clear and durable finish, making it suitable for automotive OEM coatings, wood finishes, and various specialty coatings.

AL FA-101T is a special wax treated silica based matting agent with unique properties. It is highly dispersible and provides good leveling and suspension control. Imparts excellent surface characteristics.

SETALUX® 81198 SS-55 YA is an acrylic polyol with a calculated hydroxyl content of 4.0% based on non-volatiles. This acrylic polyol is specially modified with a sag control agent (SCA), offering properties that make it well-suited for automotive OEM coatings. It provides high build and gloss, along with a high sagging limit, ensuring application flexibility. With fast drying characteristics, excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and good clarity after drying at room temperature, SETALUX® 81198 SS-55 YA delivers a high-end hardness and demonstrates good adhesion results on metallic base coats. Its thixotropic hazy appearance indicates its suitability for applications where anti-sagging properties are important.

POLYCHEM 7779‐MS16‐60 is a soybean oil-modified uralkyd that exhibits fast drying, high gloss, and water, mar, and abrasion resistance. Mineral spirit 16 is used as the solvent for this product. This product is commonly used for clear and pigmented floor finishes, maintenance primers, and enamels.

S-395-N2 is a synthetic wax with a DSC melt peak above 120°C, good crystallinity and high onset of melt. Shamrock’s product line of micronized waxes provide rub and abrasion resistance. Included in this line are products that provide gloss, matting, clarity, and controlled slip in a range of particle sizes.

SETALUX® 91767 VX-60 is an acrylic polyol with a hydroxyl content of 4.5% (calculated on non-volatiles), and it is modified with a sag control agent (SCA). This formulation imparts excellent anti-sagging effects, contributing to good appearance, adhesion, durability, chemical resistance, and petrol resistance. SETALUX® 91767 VX-60 is well-suited for automotive OEM coatings and vehicle refinish applications. It functions as both an anti-sagging agent and a binder, providing a comprehensive solution for coating formulations in the specified applications.