NexSil™ 12HS

NexSil™ 12HS is an alkaline dispersion of 12 nm colloidal silica at 40% SiO2 concentration in water. The particles are negatively charged and have a high specific surface area. The product can be used in a wide variety of applications such as precision investment casting, metal surface treatment, textile treatment, catalyst binder or other applications where a very small particle size colloidal silica is required.

Brand: NexSil (22 products)

Chemical Family: Silica

Features: Excellent Scratch Resistance

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Carrier: Water
Chemical Family: Silica
CASE Ingredients Functions: Anti-Marring Agent,
Binder & Resin
Industrial Additives Functions: Binder
Technologies: CASE Ingredients,
Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families: CASE Ingredients — Additives
Surface Modifiers
Industrial Additives & Materials — Textile & Leather Chemicals
Finishing Additives & Treatments

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features: Excellent Scratch Resistance

Properties

Physical Form

Appearance

Translucent Sol

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
SiO2 Content	39 - 41	%	-
Na2O Content	0.3 – 0.5	%	-
Particle Size	10 - 14	nm	-
Specific Surface Area	187 - 260	m2/g	-
Viscosity	max. 20	cP	-
pH	9.3 – 10.3	-	-
Surface Charge	Negative	-	-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

55-gallon plastic drums, 580 pounds net
275-gallon IBC, 2750 pounds net

Storage & Handling

Handling: Keep from freezing.