Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Manufactured By
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- CASE Ingredients Features
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Area
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Adhesive & Sealant End Applications
- Coating End Applications
- Ink & Toner End Applications
- Use Level
- 0.1 - 0.5%, 0.05 - 0.5%
- Application Information
Coatings Industry
BYK-012 is especially recommended as a defoamer in the preparation and application of emulsion paints and plasters within a PVC range of 30-85. The additive is free of silicones and mineral oil, and is especially suitable for VOC-free systems. It exhibits an optimal effect at the lowest dosage, is stable to acids and alkalis, and can be used in the pH range 3-12. BYK-012 can lead to turbidity and seeding in clear coatings.
Recommended Levels
0.05-0.5% additive (as supplied) based upon total formulation. The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through a series of laboratory tests.Incorporation and Processing Instructions
The additive can be added at any time during production. Sufficiently high shear forces must be applied.Printing Inks and Overprint Varnishes
BYK-012 is especially recommended as a defoamer for aqueous printing inks. The additive is free of silicones and mineral oil, and exhibits an optimal effect at the lowest dosage. BYK-012 can lead to turbidity and seeding in overprint varnishes.
Recommended Levels
0.1-0.5 % additive (as supplied) based upon total formulation. The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined
through a series of laboratory tests.
Incorporation and Processing Instructions
The additive can be added at any time during production. Sufficiently high shear forces must be applied.
Adhesives & Sealants
BYK-012 is a highly effective defoamer for all current dispersion adhesives, and inhibits foaming during both production and application. It is a particularly good defoamer for polyacrylate-based dispersion adhesives. The product is free of silicones and mineral oil, and is especially recommended for VOC-free systems. It exhibits an optimal effect at the lowest dosage, is stable to acids and alkalis, and can be used in the pH range 3-12.
Recommended Levels
0.05-0.5% additive (as supplied) based upon total formulation.
The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through a series of laboratory tests.
Incorporation and Processing Instructions
The additive can be added at any time during production. Sufficiently high shear forces must be applied.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions pH Value 3 - 12 - - Volatile Organic Compounds - Free (does not contain alkylphenol ethoxylates) max. 1500 ppm - Density (at 20°C) 1.01 g/ml - - SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Auto Ignition Tempertaure min. 200 °C DIN 51794 Flash Point min. 100 °C Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Initial Boiling Point min. 200 °C Derived Melting Point 0 °C Derived Density (at 20°C) 1.01 g/cm³ Oscillating U-tube Vapour Pressure (at 20°C) max. 1 hPa Derived Appearance Liquid - - Color Light yellow - - Flammability (liquids) Sustains Combustion - - Immiscible In Water - - Odor Characteristic - - pH (at 20°C, Concentration: 1%) 7.0 Universal pH-Value Indicator
Regulatory & Compliance
- OEM Specifications
Storage & Handling
- Storage Information
Separation possible. Mix well before use. The additive is not frost sensitive, although storage at 10-25 °C is recommended for optimum handling.