RheoFal™ 101

RheoFal™ 101 is an easy dispersing organically modified bentonite clay. It is especially suited for low to medium polarity solvent-based paints and coatings. It provides excellent viscosity build, sag control and anti-settling properties in these coating systems.

Brand: RheoFal (3 products)

Functions: Rheology Modifier, Viscosity Modifier

End Uses: Other Ink Types, Primer, Solventborne Coating, Stains

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Product Features
  • Can be added as a powder to the grind or letdown
  • Does not require polar activator
  • Does not require a pregel
Benefits
  • Provides excellent shelf and heat aged viscosity stability
  • Provides excellent long-term anti-settling resistance
  • Cost effective
  • Easily dispersed

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Coating Type
Ink & Toner Type
Applications
  • Architectural alkyd paints
  • Anti-corrosive paints
  • Primers, fillers, undercoats
  • Traffic Paints
  • Wood Stains
  • Printing Inks
Usage Guide
  • Typical usage levels range from 0.2 to 2.0% of total weight of the system and will depend on the application parameters i.e. degree of pigment settling, sag control or viscosity increase required.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.6g/cm³-
Composition
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Chemical CompositionQuaternary ammonium bentonite compound--