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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Industrial Additives Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Composition
High molecular weight block copolymer with pigment affinity groups.
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Product Properties
- AFCONA – 5585 is an effective dispersing agent for the preparation of solvent - and water - based pigment concentrates. This is a high molecular weight dispersing agent which stabilizes pigments through steric hindrance, making it suitable for all types of pigments.
- Note: AFCONA – 5585 will become hazy at temperatures below 5°C. Heat up to 50°C and mix well before use. This will not influence the performance of the product.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Cure Method
- Coating End Applications
- Industrial Additives End Use
- Addition and Dosage
Calculation method for the required amount of active ingredient based on pigment:
- TiO2 :2 - 3%
- Other inorganic pigments :2 - 4%
- Organic pigments :20 - 40%
- Carbon blacks :20 - 60%
- Incorporation
AFCONA - 5585 should be added prior to the pigment dispersion process.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Clear and yellowish liquid
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Flash Point min. 100 °C - Net Weight 419.0 lbs - - Specifications
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Active Ingredients Content min. 96 % - Amine Value 17 - 25 mg KOH/g - Color max.10 Gardner - Density (at 20°C) 0.99 - 1.13 g/cm³ -
Packaging & Availability
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 3 years
- Storage Information
AFCONA - 5585 should be stored in a cool, dry place. When kept in its original, unopened container, it will keep up to 3 years from the date of manufacture. The expiration date is indicated on the container.