Products in Additives: Vinyl Esters

Efka® FL 3741 functions as a silicone- and solvent-free flow and leveling agent with excellent air release properties for various reactive resin systems. It modifies the surface tension, eliminating or reducing peeling, and improves flow, dispersion, and floating behavior. Additionally, it prevents air entrapment and optimizes substrate wetting in reactive resin systems.

MITO® E-GO™ is a graphene-based additive that delivers multi-functional improvements in composite materials at extremely low concentrations. It has been designed with versatility, realistic solutions, and accessibility in mind. This hybridized graphene oxide/POSS additive reactively disperses while resisting agglomeration, thus unlocking the properties of graphene for various industries by utilizing both thermoset and thermoplastic polymer composites.https://mitomaterials.com/products/mito-e-go

HDK® H21 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H21 is used as a thickening and thixotropic agent in various applications such as composites, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, particularly in vinylester, epoxy, and polyurethane systems.

HDK® H16 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H16 is applied as a thickening and thixotropic agent in composites, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, especially in vinylester, epoxy, and polyurethane systems. It also finds applications in adhesives.

HDK® H17 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H17 is used as a thickening and thixotropic agent in composites, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, particularly in vinylester, epoxy, and polyurethane systems.

HDK® H18 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H18 is used as a thickening and thixotropic agent in composites, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, particularly in vinylester, epoxy, and polyurethane systems.

VISIOMER® BNMA (benzyl methacrylate) is an aromatic monofunctional methacrylate known for its low viscosity. It serves as a reactive diluent, offering excellent solvency in adhesive, ink, and coating formulations. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including adhesives and sealants, coatings, composites, and electronics.

ALBIDUR® VE 3940 is a concentrated dispersion, comprising 40% high-performance elastomer within a Bisphenol A epoxy vinyl ester resin. This product serves the essential purpose of enhancing the toughness of vinyl ester resins that would otherwise be brittle. The elastomeric component in use is a specialized silicone rubber, meticulously distributed within the liquid resin as a finely dispersed second phase.

VISIOMER® 1,4-BDDMA is a low viscosity dimethacrylate monomer widely used as a crosslinker. It serves as an excellent replacement for styrene in composite resin, functioning as an adhesion promoter and a hardener for PVC plastisols. Additionally, it acts as a coagent for peroxide crosslinking of elastomers. This versatile compound finds applications in industries such as adhesives and sealants, composites, construction, and plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® PEG 200 DMA (polyethylene glycol 200 dimethacrylate) is an aliphatic dimethacrylate monomer with low viscosity, making it an excellent choice as a co-monomer to enhance the mechanical properties and chemical resistance of resins. This label-free monomer finds applications in a variety of industries, including 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, composites, construction and, personal care.

VISIOMER® EGDMA (ethylene glycol dimethacrylate) is a hydrophilic dimethacrylate monomer renowned for its low viscosity. It is an excellent choice as a crosslinking agent, effectively enhancing the resistance properties of polymers and elastomers. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, personal care, and healthcare, as well as plastics and rubber.

Dynasylan® MEMO is a revolutionary solution for enhancing polymer and resin performance. As a versatile surface modifier and coupling agent, it excels in various applications. This product boasts exceptional chemical resistance, improving filler dispersion and mechanical properties in plastics and elastomers. With features like acid and alkali resistance, low viscosity, and good wet adhesion strength, Dynasylan® MEMO transforms materials into high-performance wonders. Experience its benefits in cables, pipes, and more.

VISIOMER® 1,3-BDDMA (1,3-butanediol dimethacrylate) is a dimethacrylate monomer with low viscosity. It is well-suited for use as a crosslinking agent, providing cohesive strength to polymers. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including adhesives and sealants, composites, construction, as well as plastics and rubber.

VINNEX® 8802 is an innovative compound made from a vinyl acetate/vinyl laurate copolymer and polyvinyl acetate. This thermoplastic resin is colorless, tasteless, and odorless, and it can be easily melted in its dosable form. It is specifically recommended as a highly efficient low profile additive (LPA) that offers a significantly improved LPA effect in vinyl ester resins, even at lower curing temperatures compared to conventional LPA grades. Furthermore, VINNEX® 8802 demonstrates excellent compatibility with biopolyesters like PLA.

FILCO® 74006 is a polyurethane resin available in non-ionic water dispersion, specifically employed as a film former within glass fiber sizings. It is characterized by its milky liquid appearance. Key product characteristics include being an aliphatic polyurethane resin, existing as a non-ionic emulsion, possessing high mechanical shear stability when the emulsion is diluted, and exhibiting a narrow particle size distribution.

Promoter for unsaturated polyester resins.

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

Wetting and dispersing additive with anti-settling properties for use with ambient cured unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins.

Dragonite™ -XR is a halloysite-­‐based aluminosilicate clay exhibiting a rare, naturally occurring hollow tubular structure. Through its unique morphology and ideally-­‐suited chemistry, it enhances the properties of wide range of thermoset resins to meet the requirements of demanding applications. Dragonite™-XR is an untreated product grade with slightly lower reactivity and acidity due to 2% iron oxide content. It is recommended at loadings of 30 - 60 wt%.