MICROSPERSION® 19

An anionic water based dispersion of a unique micronized polyethylene wax composite for lubricity with abrasion and heat resistance in aqueous systems


FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable anionic acrylic-stabilized wax dispersion
  • A synergistic blend of waxes including polyethylene, PTFE and amide
  • Provides abrasion and scratch resistance
  • Improves heat resistance
  • Imparts lubricity, tape release and a smooth surface feel after 12 to 24 hours

COMPOSITION

Anionic acrylic-stabilized wax dispersion

RECOMMENDED ADDITION LEVELS

2.0 - 5.0%

SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS

Water based Industrial coatings (including plastic, metal and leather); wood coatings; printing inks and OPV's (including flexo and gravure); coil coatings; soft touch coatings.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

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AppearanceBeige Liquid
Density at 25 °C (g/cc)1.03
Dry Wax IDAquaPolysilk 19
Emulsifier TypeNonionic
Mean Particle Size (µm)9.0 - 11.0 (wax)
Natural or Naturally DerivedNo
NPIRI Grind4.0 - 5.0
pH7.0 - 10.0
Resin Type/SolidsAcrylic/12.1%
Viscosity at 25 °C (cP)3,000 - 7,000
Wax Solids25%

FEATURED PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

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Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
Heat Resistance
In-Can Stability
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Slip
Slip and Lubricity
Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
Cleanability
In-Can Stability
Polishing
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Slip
Soft Touch
Block Resistance
Rub Resistance
Slip and Lubricity
Soft Touch/Silky Feel
Tape Release
Key: Effective     Very Effective     Extremely Effective