WETSOFT® 150E Conc

• WETSOFT® 150E CONC is particularly suitable to produce softener micro emulsions by simple dilution of the concentrate. These emulsions can be used for the impregnation of fibers and textiles. WETSOFT® 150E CONC is particularly suitable as a hydrophilic softener for the impregnation of fibers and textiles when good wetting properties are desired. Maintaining the moisture absorption of the treated fiber WETSOFT® 150E CONC contributes to a high comfort factor of the textile.
• WETSOFT® 150E CONC imparts a soft, luxurious hand to woven and knitted fabrics, and is non-yellowing. WETSOFT® 150E CONC improves the wash-and-wear properties and sewability and tear strength and reduces abrasion loss. WETSOFT® 150E CONC has good durability up to 10 home laundries.
• WETSOFT 150E CONC has very little effect on the degree of white when usual application conditions are adhered to. As a rule, no adverse effect on the shade or color fastness properties of colored goods is observed.

Processing

• 3-10 g/l of WETSOFT® 150E CONC diluted to 20 - 30% solids are recommended for the pad method. For the exhaust method 1-3%, relative to the weight of goods, is adequate and the treatment should be carried out at 40-50°C for 15-20 minutes. The pH of the liquid should not exceed pH 5. It may need to be adjusted with acetic acid WETSOFT® 150E CONC can be applied either alone or together with resins and other finishing agents.
• WETSOFT® 150E CONC, when applied to nonwovens, such as thermalbonded polyester or spunbonded polypropylene at a 1.0% actives level the substrate is imparted with a soft, silky hand. WETSOFT® 150E CONC improves wetting of hydrophobic surfaces in the textile industry.

Dilution to a 20% Microemulsion

Raw materials
1. 150 CONC 29.00%
2. Water 70.90%
3. Biocide 00.10%

It is recommended to use a tank with a sweep agitator and a low shear mixer. Temperature should be kept at 15-30 °C.

Procedure

1. Charge 1 and start slow agitation.
2. Charge 2 slowly. Mix well for 10 minutes.
3. Charge 3.
4. Mix until well blended.