Products in Coatings & Finishes: Alkyds (Long Oil)

HALOX® Zinc Phosphate is a white, non-refractive, corrosion-inhibiting pigment that is widely used in protective coating systems. It is also known as zinc phosphate-dihydrate and is characterized by a narrow particle size distribution, with an upper particle size limit of 10 microns and a mean particle size of 5 microns. This pigment is highly versatile and serves as a standard corrosion inhibitor for most high-performance resin systems, including vinyl, chlorinated rubbers, and epoxies. It is especially recommended for high acid-value resins, catalyzed baking systems, and vinylidene chloride latexes. In addition, HALOX® Zinc Phosphate is an ideal choice for thin film applications (less than 1 mil or 25 microns). It meets the ASTM D 6280-98 specification for zinc phosphate pigment type I and is widely used in the industry.

HALOX® Z-PLEX 111 is a corrosion-inhibiting pigment used in protective coating systems that is highly versatile and more cost-effective than commercial zinc phosphate. HALOX® Z-PLEX 111 can provide a higher level of corrosion protection than commercial zinc phosphate when used as an equal-weight replacement.

HALOX® Z-PLEX® 250 is a white, non-refractive, corrosion-inhibiting pigment used in various protective coatings. It is classified as Zn3(PO4)2.2H2O (dihydrate) and is compliant with ASTM D6280, Specification for Zinc Phosphate Pigment Type I. The recommended loading levels for HALOX® Z-PLEX® 250 range from 5–10% based on the total formula weight.

AFCONA 5290 is a 100% solid dispersant created for high-solid systems and formulations that are facing VOC limitations. It is suitable for all solvent-based systems ranging from low to high polarity, including air-dry alkyd. It has very good pigment stability and performance. It gives good viscosity reduction and high color strength. AFCONA 5290 is provided with almost 100% active ingredient; therefore, it is an excellent dispersant for high-solid coatings like polyurethane, epoxy and UV coatings.

AFCONA 5209 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive used to improve the wetting of pigment surfaces. AFCONA 5209 is the 100% version of AFCONA 5009. It reduces the interfacial tension between pigments or extenders and the vehicle. It stabilizes the pigments through electrical charge repulsion forces.

AFCONA 5281 is an effective dispersing agent for organic and carbon black pigments. It stabilizes the pigments through steric hindrance and its high solids content makes it suitable for low VOC coatings applications. AFCONA 5281 can be used as the sole dispersant in pigment concentrates or be combined with other high molecular weight dispersants, such as AFCONA 4071 or AFCONA 4701, in order to optimize compatibility and cost-effectiveness. Furthermore, AFCONA 5281 can also be used as a post-addition in systems to achieve improved pigment stability.

AFCONA 6745 is a synergist additive that is specifically designed for use with phthalocyanine pigments, carbon blacks, and organic violets. It should not be used on its own, but rather in combination with one of the AFCONA 4000-series high molecular weight dispersants.

AFCONA 5009 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive that improves the wetting of pigment surfaces, reducing the interfacial tension between pigments or extenders and the vehicle. It is an economy grade of additive and stabilizes the pigments through electrical charge repulsion forces.

AFCONA 4570 is a highly effective polymeric dispersant for stabilizing inorganic and organic pigments, as well as carbon blacks. It exhibits excellent stability due to its steric hindrance and electron repulsion characteristics, making it suitable for use with all types of pigments. It is a high molecular weight dispersant, promoting good color acceptance and resin-free pigment concentrate preparation. This modified polyacrylate polymer is an ideal solution for a wide range of applications.

AFCONA 3233 is a slip and leveling additive for solvent- and water-based systems. It is recommended as a slip and leveling agent for all solvent-based coatings to prevent Bénard Cells, provide leveling, and prevent craters. AFCONA 3233 can be used as leveling and anti-crater agent in both water- and solvent- based applications. However, this product may stabilize foam in water-based coatings.

AFCONA 4009 is a polymeric dispersant that is primarily used for stabilizing inorganic and select organic pigments. It is compatible with a wide range of coating chemistries, including long, medium and short oil alkyds, NC, polyurethanes, certain thermoplastic acrylics, epoxy and all resins for heat-cured paint. It is a modified polyurethane polymer that helps to deflocculate pigments.

AFCONA 2022 is a strong defoamer that is easy to incorporate. This is a silicone-containing version of AFCONA 2020. This product prevents the formation of foam and blisters during the manufacturing and application of solvent-based and solvent-free coatings. AFCONA 2022 is a particularly compatible defoamer that works during production and application, especially in curtain coating processes.

AFCONA 2040 is a moderate defoamer with minimal side effects that prevents the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application. It offers a combination of good defoaming and compatibility with most resin systems. It is recommended for medium-viscosity applications applied by spray and brush, and is particularly suitable for systems ranging from low polarity to high polarity. AFCONA 2035 is recommended for brush and conventional spray applications.

AFCONA 5207 is a very economical dispersant with good pigment stabilizing performance. It functions as a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-based architectural and decorative paints, also a very suitable dispersant for printing ink. It will stabilize most of the pigments that are commonly used in these systems.

AFCONA 5008 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive that improves the wetting of pigment surfaces and organically treated bentonites. It reduces the interfacial tension between pigments or extenders and the vehicle, and also stabilizes the pigments through charge repulsion forces.

AFCONA 5054 is a wetting and dispersing additive to prevent sedimentation and flooding of pigments. It helps to reduce interfacial tension between hydrophilic pigments/extenders and the binder, forming a lattice structure with the pigments at the same time. It stabilizes pigment through electrical charge repulsion forces.

AFCONA 6225 is a dispersant and emulsifier for universal colorants, color acceptance additive. AFCONA 6225 is an updated version of AFCONA 6220. It offers better dispersing performance as well as better color acceptance in decorative paints. emulsify water into solvent-based coatings. This is especially helpful in long oil alkyds, where it can improve the color acceptance of universal commercial colorants.

AFCONA 5044 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive to improve the wetting of pigment surfaces and organically treated bentonites. AFCONA 5044 is an additive for pigment dispersion. It reduces the interfacial tension between the vehicle and pigments or extenders. It stabilizes the pigments through electrical charge repulsion forces.

Afcona - 5244 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive designed to enhance the wetting of pigment surfaces and organically treated Bentonites.

Afcona - 3251 is an additive designed to offer the highest slip in all solvent-based coatings without stabilizing foam.

Afcona - 2028 is a moderate defoamer that is easy to incorporate.

Afcona - 3779 is a leveling agent specifically designed for solvent-based coatings.

Afcona - 5285 is a wetting and dispersing additive tailored for solvent-based paints.

Afcona - 2045 is a highly compatible defoamer designed for solvent-based coatings, including polyurethane clear coats.

Afcona - 5209 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive aimed at improving the wetting of pigment surfaces.

Afcona - 5071 is an anionic wetting and dispersing additive developed to prevent settling and flooding of pigments.

Afcona - 2763 is a moderate defoamer with fewer side effects compared to traditional products.

Afcona - 4201 is a high molecular weight polymeric dispersant used for the deflocculation of all types of pigments.

Afcona - 2035 is a moderate defoamer with minimal side effects.

Afcona - 4720 is a 100% active, solvent-free dispersing agent based on an AB blocked polymer and a group of anchoring agents. Its advanced 3-block high molecular weight structure allows the development of pigment dispersions that exhibit better compatibility in broad applications.

Afcona - 5054 is a wetting and dispersing additive formulated to prevent sedimentation and flooding of pigments.

Afcona - 5044 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive designed to enhance the wetting of pigment surfaces and organically treated Bentonites.

ECONYL® BIVA YELLOW YX1 are very low-VOC pigment preparations of pourable and pumpable consistency based on copolymers and polymeric dispersants. These binder-free pigment pastes are resistant to drying out and suitable to be used either for in-plant tinting or for dosing dispensers. They can be used either by unit of weight or unit of volume.

ECONYL® BLUE BL3 are very low-VOC pigment preparations of pourable and pumpable consistency based on copolymers and polymeric dispersants. These binder-free pigment pastes are resistant to drying out and suitable to be used either for in-plant tinting or for dosing dispensers. They can be used either by unit of weight or unit of volume.

ECONYL® ULTRAMARINE BLUE BX2 are very low-VOC pigment preparations of pourable and pumpable consistency based on copolymers and polymeric dispersants. These binder-free pigment pastes are resistant to drying out and suitable to be used either for in-plant tinting or for dosing dispensers. They can be used either by unit of weight or unit of volume.

High-Performance Paint Catalyst for High Solids Alkyd ResinsBorchi® Dragon is a high-performance, organometallic ligand paint catalyst for solvent-based systems containing high solids, long oil alkyd resins. This solution is cobalt-free and allows for low volatile organic compound (VOC) formulations.