BYK-UV 3510

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BYK-UV 3510 is a silicone-containing surface additive designed for radiation-curable overprint varnishes. It enhances leveling and substrate wetting, improving the overall finish of coatings. This product is ideal for varnish applications and cures under radiation. It is classified under the chemical family of polydimethylsiloxanes and is available in liquid form. Additionally, it complies with chemical inventories in Canada (DSL).

Chemical Family: Polydimethylsiloxanes

End Uses: Varnishes

Features: Good Leveling, Improved Substrate Wetting

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Polydimethylsiloxanes
Manufactured By
BYK-Chemie
Technologies
CASE
Product Families
CASE — Additives
Surface Modifiers

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Good Leveling,
Improved Substrate Wetting

Applications & Uses

Markets
Paints & Coatings,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings
Overprint Varnishes
Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings
Overprint Varnishes
Cure Method
Radiation Cure
Coating End Applications
Varnishes
Use Level
0.2 - 0.6% additive (total formulation of overprint Varnishes)
Product Applications

Overprint Varnishes
Special Features and Benefits
Due to its high surface activity, BYK-UV 3510 accumulates on the surface of the coating. It is particularly recommended for radiation-curable overprint varnishes in the printing ink sector. It improves the substrate wetting and the leveling at small dosages. Generally speaking, half the dosage of a standard silicone should be sufficient to achieve optimum leveling and substrate wetting. BYK-UV 3510 is particularly suitable for high-speed machines where the decreased tendency to stabilize foam has a positive effect. Its good compatibility with standard binders enables highly transparent coatings to be produced.

Recommended Use
BYK-UV 3510 is particularly recommended for all non-aqueous, radiation-curable overprint varnishes.

Recommended Levels
0.2-0.6% 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 incorporated during any stage of the production process, including post-addition.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Hazy and gray
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Substance100%-
Refractive Index (at 20°C)1.435--
Density (at 20°C)1.03g/ml-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ignition Temperaturemin. 200°CDIN 51 794/ DIN prEN 14 522
Density (at 20°C)1.03g/cc4 (Oscillating U-tube, at 20°C)
Flash Pointmin. 100°C49 (Pensky-Martens)
Initial Boiling Point210°C-
pH Value (at 20°C, 1% Concentration)7-Universal pH-Value Indicator
ColorLight Brown--
AppearanceLiquid--
Immiscible inWater--
Special Note

BYK-UV 3510 can have a hazy and gray appearance. This does not impair the effectiveness of the product.

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
DSL (Canada)

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Separation or turbidity may occur at temperatures below 10°C. Warm to 20°C before use and stir thoroughly.