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EBECRYL® 244

EBECRYL® 244 is a urethane acrylates-based oligomer by CASE Ingredients, emphasizing efficiency and sustainability. With a focus on environmental responsibility, it boasts bisphenol A-free content, a low carbon footprint, and is both solvent-free and VOC-free. This formulation excels in paints and coatings, printing, and packaging, especially for film and foil coatings and overprint varnishes. Known for its heat resistance, improved flexibility, and mechanical durability, EBECRYL® 244 ensures optimal performance with benefits like extended pot life, low energy consumption, and radiation-curable attributes.

Brand: EBECRYL (314 products)

Chemical Family: Urethane Acrylates

End Uses: Gravure Ink, Radiation Curable Coating, Screen Printing Ink, Varnishes

Molecular Weight: 2000.0 - 2000.0 g/mol

Technical Data Sheet

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Urethane Acrylates
CASE Ingredients Functions
Oligomer
Technologies
CASE Ingredients
Product Families
CASE Ingredients — Monomers & Intermediates
Oligomers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Bisphenol A-free,
Low Carbon Footprint (PCF),
Solvent-free,
VOC-free
CASE Ingredients Features
Faster Cycle Time,
Heat Resistance,
Improved Flexibility,
Improved Mechanical Resistance,
Improved Water Spotting,
Long Potlife,
Low Energy Consumption,
Low Temperature-Curing

Applications & Uses

Markets
Paints & Coatings,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings
Film & Foil Coatings,
Other Packaging Coatings,
Overprint Varnishes
Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings
Film & Foil Coatings,
Other Packaging Coatings,
Overprint Varnishes
Printing & Packaging — Printing & Inks
Gravure Printing,
Screen Printing
Paints & Coatings — Specialty Coatings
Other Specialty Coatings
Application Method
Curtain Coating,
Dip Coating,
Gravure Coating,
Roller
Cure Method
Radiation Cure
Coating Type
Radiation Curable Coating,
Varnishes
Ink & Toner Type
Gravure Ink,
Screen Printing Ink
Suggested Applications

Formulated UV/EB curable products containing EBECRYL® 244 may be applied by lithographic, screen, gravure, direct or reverse roll, and curtain coating methods.

EBECRYL®244 is recommended for use in:
  • Flexible screen inks and coatings
  • Light stable coatings
  • Electrical insulation coatings
  • Coatings where a minimum of water absorption is desired(absorbs less than 1% water/24 hours immersion)

Properties

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.12g/cm³-
Functionality (Theoretical)2--
HDDA Content10% wt-
Molecular Weight (Theoretical)2000--
Polymer Solids Content90% wt-
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 2Gardner-
Hoppler Viscosity (60°C)8000mPa.s-

Safety & Health

Precaution
The following is a summary of the precautions to be taken when handling this product. Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet for further details.The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully determined. Products of this type can be expected to be eye and skin irritant and have the potential to cause sensitization or other allergic responses. Appropriate precautions should be taken to avoid eye and skin contact and to avoid inhalation of the aerosols or vapors. Consult the relevant Safety Data Sheet for appropriate handling procedures and protective equipment prior to using this or any other material referred to in this bulletin.

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Brazil,
Canada,
China (Mainland),
Mexico,
USA
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • China
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Storage and Handling
Care should be taken not to expose radiation curable products to temperatures exceeding 40°C for prolonged periods or to direct sunlight. This might cause uncontrollable polymerization of the product with generation of heat. Storage and handling should be in stainless steel, amber glass, amber polyethylene or baked phenolic lined containers. Do not store this material under an oxygen free atmosphere. Use dry air to displace material removed from the container.This material should not be stored for more than 2 years.