Experts in rheology, polymers and additives
Our Performance Additives business unit aspires to be a reliable and expert partner for producers of adhesives and sealants, paints and varnishes, printing inks, and construction chemical products.
Combining comprehensive raw material expertise for the specified fields of application and advanced laboratories, we are able to continually develop new products and applications, whilst still ensuring excellent technical support to our partners. As both an independent distributor and an experienced producer, we are able to work closely with customers to obtain significant benefits.
Binders
MARCOATM and MARNEXTM – Solid Polyester Resins for Coatings, Inks and Adhesives
Macroocean’s amorphous MARCOATM and MARNEXTM solid polyester resin series compile a wide range from high to low molecular weight products to formulate coatings, inks, and adhesives in order to improve the adhesion to plastics, metals, papers, fabrics, and many other substrates, advance the weathering and yellowing resistance, as well as, impart good flexibility, tensile resistance, and deep drawing resistance. Due to their OH-functionality, the solid polyester resins can be cross-linked with standard hardeners such as isocyanates or amino resins. Most of the products can be applied to indirect food contact systems as they are compliant with FDA 21 CFR 175.300.
Product selection guide
Typical Properties1 of MARCOATM solid co-polyester resins for coating applications
| Products | Tg [oC] | Mw | Application |
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| MARCOATM CH460 | ~70 | 14,000 | MARCOATM CH460 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin that provides excellent corrosion resistance for appliance primer in coil coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH462 | ~60 | 15,000 | MARCOATM CH462 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with high acid resistance and flexibility to formulate interior can coatings. |
| MARCOATM CH470 | ~70 | 17,000 | MARCOATM CH470 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin that provides both, hardness and flexibility for can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH488 | ~89 | 15,000 | MARCOATM CH488 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with high reactivity and excellent acid resistance for interior can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH489 | ~89 | 15,000 | MARCOATM CH489 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with high reactivity and excellent acid resistance for interior can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH491 | ~102 | 15,000 | MARCOATM CH491 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with a high glass transition temperature and excellent acid resistance for interior can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH492 | ~104 | 15,000 | MARCOATM CH492 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with a high glass transition temperature and excellent acid resistance for interior can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH497 | ~92 | 15,000 | MARCOATM CH497 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with a high glass transition temperature and solubility in a broad range of organic solvents for interior can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH541 | ~47 | 16,000 | MARCOATM CH541 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with excellent processibility and deep drawing for a broad range of coil and can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH550 | ~52 | 18,000 | MARCOATM CH550 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with excellent processibility and deep drawing for a broad range of coil and can coating systems. |
| MARCOATM CH554 | ~52 | 15,000 | MARCOATM CH554 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with good reactivity with phenolic resins to formulate interior can coatings. |
| MARCOATM CH563 | ~65 | 20,000 | MARCOATM CH563 is a high molecular weight solid polyester resin with high reactivity for appliance primer in coil coatings and deep drawing can coatings. |
| MARCOATM CL150 | ~52 | 3,000 | MARCOATM CL150 is a medium to low molecular weight solid polyester resin with excellent pigment dispersibility for appliance primer in coil coatings and can coatings. |
| MARCOATM CL151 | ~58 | 3,000 | MARCOATM CL151 is a medium to low molecular weight solid polyester resin with high curing density for appliance primer in coil coatings and can coatings. |
| MARCOATM CL250 | ~58 | 5,000 | MARCOATM CL250 is a medium to low molecular weight solid polyester resin with excellent hardness and stain resistance in a broad range of coil coatings applications, as well as, can coatings. |
| MARCOATM CL270 | ~78 | 6,000 | MARCOATM CL270 is a medium to low molecular weight solid polyester resin to improve flexibility and hardness for solvent-borne can and coil coatings. |
| MARCOATM CL271 | ~71 | 4,500 | MARCOATM CL271 is a medium to low molecular weight solid polyester resin with high curing density and excellent adhesion to aluminum for can coatings applications. |
| MARCOATM CL331 | ~38 | 9,000 | MARCOATM CL331 is a medium to low molecular weight solid polyester resin with outstanding corrosion resistance for solvent-borne coil coating systems. |
1 Typical values, not for specification purposes
Typical Properties1 of MARNEXTM solid co-polyester resins for ink and adhesive applications
| Products | Tg [oC] | Mw | Application |
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| MARNEXTM AH353 | ~32 | 16,000 | MARNEXTM AH353 is a hard solid polyester resin with excellent heat seal adhesion and without any residual stickiness for flexible packaging, and heat seal adhesives particularly for aluminum foils and metal substrates. |
| MARNEXTM AH441 | ~40 | 12,000 | MARNEXTM AH441 is a hard solid polyester resin with excellent water resistance for heat seal adhesives particularly applied to metal substrates. |
| MARNEXTM AH448 | ~40 | 15,000 | MARNEXTM AH448 is a hard solid polyester resin with excellent heat seal properties and adhesion to PET for screen printing and gravure inks as well as heat seal adhesives applied to PET and other plastic substrates. |
| MARNEXTM AH458 | ~40 | 20,000 | MARNEXTM AH458 is a hard solid polyester resin with high reactivity and flexibility for screen printing and gravure inks as well as heat seal adhesives applied to PET and other plastic substrates. |
| MARNEXTM AH469 | ~48 | 23,000 | MARNEXTM AH469 is a hard, high molecular weight solid polyester resin with outstanding toughness for screen printing inks, as well as, heat seal systems applied to metal substrates, as well as, PET and PVC films. |
| MARNEXTM AH540 | ~57 | 15,000 | MARNEXTM AH540 is a hard solid polyester resin for heat seal adhesives with highest chemical resistance and excellent adhesion to metal, glass, PET films and other plastic substrates. |
| MARNEXTM AH550 | ~53 | 21,000 | MARNEXTM AH550 is a hard solid polyester resin for heat seal adhesives and flexible packaging with excellent adhesion to aluminum, as well as, PET and PVC films. |
| MARNEXTM AH620 | ~62 | 5,000 | MARNEXTM AH620 is a hard, very low molecular weight solid polyester resin for gravure inks and heat seal adhesives. |
| MARNEXTM AH645 | ~67 | 15,000 | MARNEXTM AH645 is a hard solid polyester resin with high heat resistance, as well as, low solution and melt viscosity for flexible packaging and heat seal adhesives particularly applied to metal substrates or aluminum foils. |
| MARNEXTM AH650 | ~64 | 20,000 | MARNEXTM AH650 is a hard solid polyester resin with high heat resistance for screen printing inks and heat seal adhesives particularly applied to metal substrates or aluminum foils. |
| MARNEXTM AH651 | ~68 | 17,000 | MARNEXTM AH651 is a multi-purpose hard solid polyester resin for screen printing inks, gravure inks, and heat seal adhesives applied to a broad range of metal and non-metal substrates. |
| MARNEXTM AH653 | ~65 | 20,000 | MARNEXTM AH653 is a hard solid polyester resin with comparably high acid value and resulting distinct adhesion to metal substrates. |
| MARNEXTM AH660 | ~68 | 21,000 | MARNEXTM AH660 is a hard solid polyester resin for screen printing inks particularly printed onto PET films. |
| MARNEXTM AH760 | ~72 | 22,000 | MARNEXTM AH760 is a hard solid polyester resin with high corrosion protection and excellent metal adhesion for heat seal adhesives, as well as, screen printing inks. |
| MARNEXTM AL030 | ~4 | 9,000 | MARNEXTM AL030 is a soft solid polyester resin with comparably high OH-functionality to formulate polyurethane systems with exceptional alkali resistance. |
| MARNEXTM AL046 | ~4 | 10,000 | MARNEXTM AL046 is a soft solid polyester resin with high aging resistance to formulate polyurethane systems and solar cell back sheet systems applied particularly over PVDF films. |
| MARNEXTM AL051 | ~9 | 20,000 | MARNEXTM AL051 is a soft solid polyester resin with excellent adhesion to PET and aluminum to formulate flexible food packaging systems. |
| MARNEXTM AL072 | ~8 | 26,000 | MARNEXTM AL072 is a soft solid polyester resin with good adhesion to multiple substrates to formulate flexible packaging and flexible cable systems. |
| MARNEXTM AL088M | ~22 | 36,000 | MARNEXTM AL088M is a soft, comparably high molecular weight solid polyester resin for a broad range of formulations that require highest toughness possible. |
| MARNEXTM AL090M | ~8 | 42,000 | MARNEXTM AL090M is a soft, comparably high molecular weight solid polyester resin for a broad range of formulations that require highest toughness possible. |
| MARNEXTM AL098M | ~10 | 40,000 | MARNEXTM AL098M is a soft, comparably high molecular weight solid polyester resin with outstanding heat resistance, flexibility and elongation for flexible packaging systems. |
| MARNEXTM AL120 | ~15 | 7,000 | MARNEXTM AL120 is a soft solid polyester resin with excellent solubility in a broad range of organic solvents due to its comparably low molecular weight. |
| MARNEXTM AL147 | ~7 | 15,000 | MARNEXTM AL147 is a soft solid polyester resin to formulate polyurethane systems and solar cell back sheet systems applied particularly over PVDF films. |
| MARNEXTM AL148 | ~19 | 15,000 | MARNEXTM AL148 is a soft solid polyester resin with comparable high acid value and outstanding heat resistance for flexible cable systems. |
| MARNEXTM AL150 | ~14 | 21,000 | MARNEXTM AL150 is a soft solid polyester resin for screen printing inks and flexible packaging with excellent adhesion on PET and PVC films. |
| MARNEXTM AL160 | ~12 | 20,000 | MARNEXTM AL160 is a soft solid polyester resin with particular compatibility with vinyl ter-polymer resins (VAGH) to formulate flexible packaging systems. |
| MARNEXTM AL171 | ~18 | 28,000 | MARNEXTM AL171 is a soft solid polyester resin for screen printing inks and flexible packaging with excellent adhesion on PET and PVC films. |
| MARNEXTM AL177 | ~12 | 27,000 | MARNEXTM AL177 is a soft solid polyester resin with particular compatibility with vinyl ter-polymer resins (VAGH) to formulate flexible packaging systems. |
| MARNEXTM AL260 | ~20 | 20,000 | MARNEXTM AL260 is a soft solid polyester resin to formulate flexible packaging systems with excellent adhesion to a broad range of different substrates. |
1 Typical values, not for specification purposes
Functional Fillers
Mineral Fillers
MAGRIS TALC series - lamellar and microcrystalline talcs for Paints & Coatings applications
Mineral fillers for paint and coatings improve or influence technical and / or optical properties such as colour, hiding power and brightness. They are used to increase the volume, change the material density value and reduce the formulation costs of end customers. Other properties can be the anticorrosion protection in lacquers, influence of rheology in paints, increase scratch resistance and improve UV protection or flame-resistance of end products.
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ARTIC MIST®, CIMPACT®, JetWhite®, JetFill®, JetFill®M, MAGRIS TALC MISTRON®, NICRON®, SIERRALITE®, SILVERLINE®, STELLAR®, VERTAL®, YELLOWSTONE®
In the modern world of paint industry today, talc is more than a simple mineral filler. MAGRIS TALC offers highly lamellar talc products as well as microcrystalline and engineered types fine-grades reduced.
Bright white JETWHITE® und MISTRON® products as well as cost-effective NICRON® and SILVERLINE® products offer the laboratory developer a high degree of flexibility to balance the advantages of technical colour performance and improved process ability with rising raw material prices and higher production output.
| Product | Form | Application | Benefits | D50 sedigraph | D98 sedigraph | Brightness [GEB] |
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| JetWhite® 1H/HC | Natural white powder, submicron talc, bags | Additive for decorative paints, can coating | For maximum hiding power and brightness, TiO2 extender | 1.1 | ca. 6 (Hegman 7.5) | Y90 |
| JetWhite® 7H/HC | Natural white powder, ultrafine talc, bags | Additive for decorative paints, can coating | For maximum hiding power and brightness, TiO2 extender | 1.9 | ca. 8 (Hegman 7) | Y91 |
| NICRON® 665 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural and industrial primers and topcoats | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, very bright | 1.2 | ca. 9 (Hegman 6.5) | 87 |
| MISTRON® MONOMIX | Natural white powder, micronzed talc, bags | Engineered and high performance, industrial and primers, protective coatings | High surface area and tight top-size control, anticorrosive functionality, rheology contribution | 2 | ca. 10 (Hegman 6) | 88 |
| NICRON® 604 SILVERLINE® 604 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural and industrial primers and topcoats | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability | 2.3 | ca. 12 (Hegman 6) | 85 |
| STELLAR® 510 | Natural white powder, lamellar talc, bags | Architectural and topcoats where high brightness is needed | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, very bright | 5 | ca. 15 (Hegman 5.5) | Y88 |
| SILVERLINE® 504 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural and industrial primers, non-color sensitive applications | Improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability, improve sag resistance and maximize prime pigment extension | 3.2 | ca. 20 (Hegman 5) | 81 |
| NICRON® 403 MISTRON® 403 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural, wood and industrial primers and topcoats | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, semi-transparent wood stains to prevent tannin bleed, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability | 4.7 4.5 | ca. 25 (Hegman 4) | 83 86 |
| JetWhite® 4H | Natural white powder, medium talc, bags | Decorative paints, architectural and industrial primers | Improve barrier properties which impart corrosion resistance and stain blocking ability | 5.7 | (Hegman 4-4.5) | Y90 |
| VERTAL® 77 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Waterborne primers architectural and industrial, stain-blocking primers, sealers, undercoaters | Provides a unique balance of prime pigment spacing (opacity), film reinforcement, anti-cracking and barrier properties | 9 | ca. 25 | 78 |
| NICRON® 303 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural, wood and industrial primers, also adhesive, sealant, caulk, joint compound, wood putty, and auto body patch applications | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability, good sandability | 7 | ca. 30 (Hegman 3) | 82 |
| MISTRON® 303 NICRON® 302 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline engineered talc, bags | Protective coatings and marine coating applications, architectural flat exterior latex paints | Disperses easily in high-solids and solvent-borne coatings, good paint stability, rheology and anti-settling properties. Low sheen, good touch-up, good fade- and chalk-resistance | 7.5 13 | ca. 35 (Hegman 3) | 80 84 |
| VERTAL® 92 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Auto Rep Grouts, Car Putties Autofill | Highly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use | 17.5 | ca. 45-50 | Y72 |
| SILVERLINE® 202 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline engineered talc, bags | Airless-spray architectural waterborne flat paints | Engineered talc recommended where low viscosity build pigments are required, providing excellent sheen control, scrub resistance with minimal wear on airless spray equipment | 19.8 | ca. 50 (Hegman 2.5) | 76 |
| JetWhite® 2H | Natural white powder, coarser talc, bags | Decorative paints, architectural and industrial primers | Improve barrier properties which impart corrosion resistance and stain blocking ability | 11 | ca. 60 (Hegman 2) | Y87 |
| JetFil® M200 | Natural white powder, bags | General purpose applications for coarse talcs | High purity, platy, coarse talc | 10 | ca. 60 (Hegman 2) | Y78 |
| SILVERLINE® 001 | Natural white powder, bags | Industrial floor screed, coarse filler | Concrete form lubricant, parting agent for rolled asphalt, roofing, floor tile | 14 | ca. 40 - 60 | off white |
| VERTAL® AF | Natural white powder, UL Environment labeled for sustainability, only BB 2000 lbs | Construction, Bitumen Roofing, Flooring, Adhesives, Sound Damping | Talc with high magnesite content | 23 | 325 Mesh (44 µm) %passing 60-85 | off white |
MAGRIS TALC series - natural talcs for putties and liquid compounds, adhesives and sealings
MAGRIS Talc products are high-purity, functional additives ideal for putties and liquid compounds. Talc improves dimensional stabilityand reinforces putties and liquid compounds, giving added protection, against cracking and shrinking. Talc is the industry standard for sanding properties and polishing properties.
For putties and liquid compounds, adhesives and sealants we can offer also products from VERTAL® series with carbonic binding.
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| Product | Form | Application | Benefits | D50 sedigraph | D98 sedigraph | Brightness [GEB] |
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| NICRON® 302 | Natural white powder, bags | Sealants and Caulks, Pressure Sensitive and Structural Adhesives | High loading low viscosity, high brightness | 13 | ca. 30 (Hegman 3) | Y82 |
| SILVERLINE® 303 | Natural white powder, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds, fine | Finer top-size for smooth Finishes and application properties | 6,1 | ca. 40 | 78 |
| VERTAL® 92 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Auto Rep Grouts, Car Putties Autofill | Highly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use | 17,5 | ca. 45 | Y72 |
| VERTAL® 97 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds | Highly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use | 15 | 50 | Y72 |
| SILVERLINE® 002 | Natural white powder, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds | High loading low viscosity | 8,4 | 55 | 75 |
| VERTAL® TC-100 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds | Improves resistance to cracking, smoothing and sandability, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh | 16,4 | 325 Mesh (44 µm) %passing 88 | off white |
| VERTAL® AF | Natural white powder, UL Environment labeled for sustainability, only BB 2000 lbs | Construction, Bitumen Roofing, Flooring, Adhesives, Sound Damping | Talc with high carbonate (Mg) content, improved dimensional stability, cross-flow mechanical performance, and flexural stiffness | 23 | 325 Mesh (44 µm) %passing 60-85 | off white |
Talc is oleophilic which gives it the ability to associate with liquid resins such as alkyds, epoxies, polyesters, acrylics, amines and polyols. In doing so, they create weak bonds with these resins that result in increased low-shear viscosity. When shear is applied the bonds break quickly, resulting in shear-thinning rheology that is ideal for many applications.
Mineral fillers improve or influence technical and / or optical properties such as colour, hiding power and brightness. They are used to increase the volume, change the material density value and reduce the formulation costs of end customers. Other properties can be the anticorrosion protection in lacquers, influence of rheology in paints, increase scratch resistance and improve UV protection or flame-resistance of end products.
Wollastonite
In its pure form, WOLLASTONITE is a rod-shaped material with a siliceous character. Known as a calcium metasilicate, the mineral is acquired by open-cast mining. The rod shape is preserved during the subsequent refinement by treating the product with as much care as possible. This forms a unique material with an aspect ratio of up to 10:1. This structure enables its use as reinforcing filler on a microscopic level.
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The FILLEX forms are silanised versions of the WOLLASTONITE for better incorporation into organic systems. Universal use is possible due to various dressings.
| Product | Rod Length max. | Markets and Applications Good experience | Technical performance | Aspect-Ratio [L/D] | Brightness [comp. 100% MgO] |
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| KEMOLIT KWB-1010 | 10 μm | Lacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives | Corrosion inhibitor through alkaline potential, adhesion, reinforcement | 3 : 1 | 84 |
| FILLEX-9AE1(KW)* | 10 μm | Lacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives | *Surface treated, corrosion protection, weather resistant | 3 : 1 | 82 |
| KEMOLIT KWB-1020 | 20 μm | Lacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives | Corrosion protection, structural donor, adhesion, reinforcement | 3 : 1 | 82 |
| KEMOLIT KW-1025 | 30 μm | Lacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives | Corrosion protection, structural donor, adhesion, reinforcement | 7 : 1 | 80 |
| FILLEX 7AE1 (KW)* | 30 μm | Lacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives | *Surface treated, corrosion protection, weather resistant | 7 : 1 | 80±2 |
| KEMOLIT KW-4 | 55 μm | Construction chemical applications in general | Reinforcement, against shrinkage and warpage, stable in joint compounds | 4 : 1 | 78 |
| KEMOLIT KW-3 | 70 μm | Construction chemical applications, adhesives and sealants | Reinforcement, stable in joint compounds, high brightness | 4 : 1 | 78 |
| KEMOLIT H-3 | 70 μm | Construction chemical applications, adhesives and sealants | Against shrinkage and warpage, volume-stable, economical | 4 : 1 | 66 |
| KEMOLIT KWB-200 | 80 μm | Construction chemical applications in general, adhesives and sealants | Reinforcement, corrosion protection, high brightness | 3 : 1 | 81 |
| KEMOLIT KW-1 | 125 μm | Construction chemical applications in general, adhesives and sealants | Against shrinkage and warpage, volume stable, good brightness | 5 : 1 | 76 |
| KEMOLIT H-60 | 200 μm | Construction chemical applications, mortars, concrete and stucco compounds | Reinforcement, stable in joint compounds, economical | 6 : 1 | Off white |
| KEMOLIT KSV-60N | 250 μm | Construction chemical applications in general, adhesives and sealants | Reinforcement, corrosion protection, high brightness | 9 : 1 | 72 |
| KEMOLIT KW-60 | 250 μm | Paints in general, powder coatings, adhesives | Corrosion and weather resistant, structural donor | 6 : 1 | 70±2 |
| FILLEX 2AH3(KW)* | 250 μm | Construction chemicals, adhesives, paints | *Surface treated, dimensional stability, better bonding | 8 : 1 | 70±2 |
| KEMOLIT KW-HW | 250 μm | Adhesives and sealants | Volume-stable, weather-resistant | 10 : 1 | 68 |
| FILLEX 1AF1(KW)* | 250 μm | Colours in general | *Surface treated, corrosion and weather resistant | 10 : 1 | - |
| KEMOLIT KM-60 | 500 μm | Industry, powder coatings, construction in general | Dimensional stability, structure provider, reinforcement | 7 : 1 | - |
| KEMOLIT D-1 | 1.000 μm | Construction in general, cementitious materials, mortar | Reinforcement, against shrinkage and warpage, stable in joint compounds | 5 : 1 | - |
Lightweight Fillers
Cenospheres OMEGA-SPHERES®
Hollow ceramic microspheres are extremely resistant hollow spheres, which are formed under the exposure of extreme heat. Temperatures over the relevant melting points are required to achieve a ceramic melting. Drops with a hollow are formed as a result of the subsequent rapid cooling process. The OMEGA-SPHERES® formed in this way are refined and fractionated in subsequent processes, thus being a high-quality raw material in your formulations.
The spheres we provide are produced at various production sites for global availability. Globally produced standard types are manufactured in Turkey, Central Asia and Germany. Special types are produced in Germany. There are further suppliers in Europe and throughout the world.
OMEGA-SPHERES®, White
Description
OMEGA-SPHERES® W are marked by a particularly high thermal resistance, low iron content and a white colour. They are available in different distribution particle sizes.
Application
Because of their particularly high heat resistance, OMEGA-SPHERES® W are preferentially used in the refractory and foundry industries. The white colour allows their use in aesthetically demanding applications such as decorative plasters and wall paints.
| Products | Particle size [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] | Crush strength [MPa] | Temperature max. [°C] |
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| OMEGA-SPHERES® W150 | 0 - 150 | 410 | 25 | 1,600 |
| OMEGA-SPHERES® W300 | 0 - 300 | 410 | 25 | 1,600 |
| OMEGA-SPHERES® WM | 150 - 300 | 390 | 25 | 1,600 |
| OMEGA-SPHERES® W250-6 | 250 - 700 | 400 | 25 | 1,600 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
Cenospheres THERMO-SPHERES®
THERMO-SPHERES®, White
Description
THERMO-SPHERES® W are white, high quality hollow ceramic microspheres < 150 μm, which are characterised by a high degree of fineness as well as a particularly high mechanical strength. The products are pre-dried and usable for foundry industry. The white colour allows their use in aesthetically demanding applications such as decorative plasters and wall paints.
Application
THERMO-SPHERES® W are used in bright applications which require the use of the smallest possible microspheres or make high demands on surface quality. This includes applications in addition to the use in paints and coatings, surfaces as well as special casting compounds and adhesives where a high whiteness is advantageous.
| Products | Particle size [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] | Crush strength [MPa] | Temperature max. [°C] |
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| THERMO-SPHERES® W100 | 0 - 100 | 400 | 25 | 1,600 |
| THERMO-SPHERES® W125 | 0 - 125 | 400 | 25 | 1,600 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® MBF, expanded
Description
Thermally expanded hollow microspheres as 50 % masterbatches.
Application
Blowing agent for extrusion and injection molding; as granules, very good handling and metering properties.
| Products | Pellet size [mm] | Pellet density [g/cm³] | Temperature min. [°C] | Temperature max. [°C] |
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| MBF-190EVA50 | 3-5 x 2-5 | ~ 0.9 | 130 – 140 | 185 – 195 |
| MBFN-190SSPE | 3-5 x 2-5 | ~ 0.9 | 160 – 170 | 210 – 220 |
| MBFN-170EVA | 3-5 x 2-5 | ~ 0.9 | 185 – 195 | 170 – 190 |
| MBF-230PE | 3-5 x 2-5 | ~ 0.9 | 180 – 190 | 220 – 230 |
| MBF-260EVA | 3-5 x 2-5 | ~ 0.9 | 190 – 200 | 250 – 260 |
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES®, moistened expanded grades
Description
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® of the F-E series are moistened, polymer-based hollow microspheres that make handling much easier and safer. The solids content is about 10 %. The specific weight is in the range of 0.02 to 0.04 g/cm³, which allows a significant reduction of the final product weight.
Application
Lightweight fillers for a wide range of applications where a reduction in density, improvement in insulation as well as mechanical properties and rheological properties are desired. The expanded hollow microspheres show good temperature and solvent resistance and exhibit broad compatibility with a wide variety of a wide range of systems. Pre-expanded microsphere grades do not require elevated process temperatures.
| Products | Average Particle Size [μm] | Polymer | Effective Density [g/cm³] | Solids content [%] | Solvent resistance |
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| F-30E | 30 – 60 | VC/AN-Copolymer | 0.020 – 0.030 | 9 – 13 | • |
| F-50E | 40 – 60 | Acrylnitril-Copolymer | 0.020 – 0.040 | 11 – 16 | •• |
| F-65E | 40 – 60 | Acrylnitril-Copolymer | 0.020 – 0.030 | 9 – 13 | •• |
Solvent resistance: low: • medium: •• well suited: •••
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES®, dry expanded grades
Description
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® hollow microspheres of the F-DE series are pre-expanded, dry polymerbased hollow microspheres. The solids content is at least 97 %. The specific gravity is in the range of 0.010 to 0.035 g/cm³, as a result of which very light end products can be realized.
Application
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® of F-DE are used in applications where a subsequent expansion of the hollow microspheres is not possible or undesirable.
| Products | Average Particle Size [μm] | Polymer | Effective Density [g/cm³] | Solids content [%] | Solvent resistance |
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| FN-80SDE | 20 – 40 | Acrylnitril-Copolymer | 0.020 – 0.030 | ≥ 97 | •• |
| F-65DE | 40 – 60 | Acrylnitril-Copolymer | 0.025 – 0.035 | ≥ 97 | •• |
| F-80DE | 90 – 130 | Acrylnitril-Copolymer | 0.015 – 0.025 | ≥ 97 | ••• |
| FN-78DE | 100 – 200 | Acrylnitril-Copolymer | 0.010 – 0.020 | ≥ 97 | ••• |
Solvent resistance: low: • medium: •• well suited: •••
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES®, expanded hybrid
Description
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® of the MFL series are hybrid hollow microspheres, which are used as a novel functional filler developed. They are polymer-based spheres that are coated with an inorganic powder.
Application
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® MFL have a high elasticity and resistance, so that they can be used even when incorporated under high pressure. The surface coated with inorganic powder enables strength-increasing anchoring of the hollow spheres in the matrix used in each case.
| Products | Average Partice size [mm] | Coating | Effective Density [g/cm³] | Temperature resistance [°C] | Characteristic |
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| MFL-81GTA | 10 – 30 | Talc | 0.20 - 0.26 | 130 – 140 | Very fine surface |
| MFL-81CGA | 10 – 30 | Calcium carbonate | 0.20 - 0.26 | 130 – 140 | Very fine surface |
| MFL-SEVEN | 20 – 40 | Calcium carbonate | 0.11 - 0.17 | 130 – 140 | Very fine surface |
| MFL-HD30CA | 20 – 40 | Calcium carbonate | 0.11 - 0.17 | 140 – 150 | High pressure |
| MFL-HD60CA | 50 – 70 | Calcium carbonate | 0.10 - 0.14 | 140 – 150 | High pressure |
| MFL-100MCA | 60 – 70 | Calcium carbonate | 0.10 - 0.14 | 150 – 160 | High pressure |
| MFL-110CAL | 90 – 120 | Calcium carbonate | 0.06 - 0.10 | 160 – 170 | Ultra light |
| MFL-UPR60 | 50 - 75 | Calcium carbonate | 0.10 - 0.14 | 140 – 150 | High pressure |
The values given are typical values and therefore do not represent a specification.
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® expandable
Description
MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® expandable are polymer-based thermo-expandable microspheres with an average particle size of 5 to 50 μm, which are formed by encapsulating liquid hydrocarbon with a low boiling point in a shell of thermoplastic polymer. Various types are available, suitable for a wide temperature range, from low temperatures starting at about 80°C up to extremely high temperatures of about 260°C.
Application
Lightweight fillers for a wide range of applications in which a reduction in density, improvement in insulation as well as changes in mechanical properties and rheological properties are desired. The expandable hollow microspheres exhibit good temperature and solvent resistance, and exhibit comprehensive compatibility with a wide range of systems. The vast majority of MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® are available both dry (D-type) and wetted (unmarked) to best suit the application requirements.
| Products | Particle Size [μm] | Temperature min. [°C] | Temperature max. [°C] | Solvent resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Products expanding at low temperatures | ||||
| F-35 / F-35D | 10 – 20 | 70 – 80 | 100 – 110 | • |
| HF-36 / HF-36D | 10 – 16 | 70 – 80 | 110 – 120 | • |
| HF-48 / HF-48D | 9 – 15 | 90 – 100 | 125 – 135 | •• |
| FN-80GS / FN-80GSD | 6 – 10 | 100 – 110 | 125 – 135 | •• |
| Products expanding at medium temperatures | ||||
| FN-100SS / FN-100SSD | 6 – 10 | 120 – 130 | 145 – 155 | ••••• |
| FN-100S / FN-100SD | 10 – 20 | 125 – 135 | 150 – 160 | ••••• |
| FN-77 / FN-77D | 25 – 35 | 100 – 110 | 155 – 165 | ••• |
| FN-83GSD | 7 – 14 | 110 – 120 | 150 – 160 | ••• |
| FN-82 / FN-82D | 25 – 35 | 120 – 130 | 160 – 170 | ••• |
| FN-78 / FN-78D | 35 – 50 | 100 – 115 | 150 – 165 | ••• |
| Products expanding at higher temperatures | ||||
| FN-100M / FN-100MD | 20 – 30 | 125 – 135 | 165 – 180 | ••••• |
| FN-105 / FN-105D | 35 – 45 | 120 – 135 | 175 – 185 | ••• |
| FN-185L / FN-185LD | 35 – 50 | 140 – 150 | 180 – 190 | ••• |
| Products expanding at very high temperatures | ||||
| FN-190SSD | 10 – 15 | 155 – 165 | 210 – 220 | ••• |
| F-190D | 30 – 40 | 160 – 170 | 210 – 220 | ••• |
| F-230D | 25 – 35 | 180 – 190 | 220 – 240 | ••• |
| F-260D | 20 – 35 | 190 – 200 | 250 – 260 | ••• |
The values given are typical values and therefore do not represent a specification.
Solvent resistance: low: • medium: •• well suited: ••• recommended: •••••
OMEGA-SIL®
Description
OMEGA-SIL® are solid aluminium silicate spheres which have a very high compressive strength. The OMEGA-SIL® SPECIAL* product range consists of aluminium silicates that are processed in an additional processing step sifted. This particularly sharp separation of the top cut results in aesthetic applications to smoother surfaces.
Application
Due to the lower specific surface the use of OMEGA-SIL® in paints and coatings allows a higher degree of filling. OMEGA- SIL® shows in cementitious systems pozzolanic reactivity. The inside microcrystalline structure results in a significant increase of mechanical strength.
| Products | D50 [μm] | D95 [μm] | Effective density [g/cm³] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMEGA-SIL® XS | 3.5 | 9.5 | 2.51 | 780 |
| OMEGA-SIL® S | 4.5 | 11.5 | 2.48 | 800 |
| OMEGA-SIL® M | 6.5 | 30.0 | 2.40 | 870 |
| OMEGA-SIL® L | 12.5 | 75.0 | 2.39 | 880 |
| OMEGA-SIL® XL | 50.0 | 200.0 | 2.25 | 1,090 |
| OMEGA-SIL® XS SPECIAL | 3.5 | 9.5* | 2.51 | 780 |
| OMEGA-SIL® S SPECIAL | 4.5 | 11.5* | 2.48 | 800 |
| OMEGA-SIL® M SPECIAL | 6.5 | 30.0* | 2.40 | 870 |
Product items shown with an asterisk * describe top cut (d98) modified versions for aesthetical surfaces.
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
LITHO-BUBBLES®
Description
LITHO-BUBBLES® are silicate based mineral granules. They are multicellular, open celled foam granulate which has many different uses as lightweight filler.
Application
LITHO-BUBBLES® are used as lightweight filler in aqueous, solvent-containing and solvent-free systems such as paints and coatings, refractory and foundry products, mould making, grinding agents or construction chemical products.
| Products | Particle size distribution [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
|---|---|---|
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 40 | 0 - 40 | 650 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 100 | 40 - 100 | 470 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 300 | 100 - 300 | 340 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 600 | 300 - 600 | 390 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
LITHO-BUBBLES®, hydrophobic
Description
LITHO-BUBBLES® H is a hydrophobic mineral granule, multi-cellular, open-celled foam granulate which has many different uses as lightweight filler.
Application
LITHO-BUBBLES® are preferentially used as lightweight filler in aqueous but also in solvent-containing and solvent-free systems such as paints and coatings, refractory and foundry products, mould making, grinding agents or construction chemical products. Sometimes customer wish a hydrophobic treatment for special use in cement base systems for building and construction.
| Products | Particle size distribution [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
|---|---|---|
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 100H | 40 - 100 | 470 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 300H | 100 - 300 | 340 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 600H | 300 - 600 | 390 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 1000H | 500 - 1000 | 330 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C - ultra white
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C are multicellular expanded glass granules. The high whiteness can help to reduce the addition of titanium dioxide in cementitious formulation. For aesthetic applications like acoustic construction or ceilings the ultra-white lightweight fillers meet today's spirit of time. OMEGA-BUBBLES® C being based on selected recycled glass. Using these products is sustainable and environmentally friendly and can reduces your green CO2 footprint in later disposal issues.
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C are available in the grain sizes customary on the market for the construction and insulation industry.
| Products | Particle size range [mm] | Grain gross density [kg/m³] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
|---|---|---|---|
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-XS | 0.1 - 0.3 | 680 - 920 | 340 - 460 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-S | 0.25 - 0.5 | 460 - 620 | 255 - 345 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-M | 0.5 - 1.0 | 380 - 510 | 210 - 290 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-L | 1.0 - 2.0 | 310 - 420 | 190 - 250 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-XL | 2.0 - 4.0 | 260 - 360 | 160 - 220 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
LUVOFIL® TEC – Unique Class of Multi-purpose Functional Fillers
LUVOFIL® TEC comprises a portfolio of multi-purpose functional fillers based on the world’s first polymer foam with pores in the nanometer range. Produced based on a patent-protected process and foamed with a 100% climate-friendly blowing agent, an entirely new class of materials with a pore size reduction of the factor 1000 compared to conventional polymer foams is provided leading to a unique and multi-purpose performance profile.
Product overview:
| Products | Description | Particle Size D50 [µm] | Particle Size D100 [µm] | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUVOFIL® TEC 50 | LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. | <15 | <50 | LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is used to achieve deep matting at highest transparency, anti-burnishing, mar, scratch, and scuff resistance, water repellency, water and chemical resistance, as well as water vapor permeability for water-based and solvent-free paints and coatings. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is applied as matting and rheology control agent (fumed silica replacement) in SMP and silicone-based sealants. Applied as functional filler in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives, LUVOFIL® TEC 50 offers weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties. |
| LUVOFIL® TEC 300 | LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. | <300 | LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is used as functional filler in order to provide weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is applied as liquid carrier for powder coatings, masterbatches, and compounding with the ability to absorb more than 600 w% liquid depending on its chemical nature, polarity and viscosity. | |
| LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 | LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. | <1,000 | LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is used as functional filler in order to provide weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is applied as liquid carrier for powder coatings, masterbatches, and compounding with the ability to absorb more than 600 w% liquid depending on its chemical nature, polarity and viscosity. |
Additives
LUVOMAXX® Silanes – Broad Portfolio of Multi-functional Agents for Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, as well as, Building and Construction Materials
LUVOMAXX® silanes are functional organosilanes that are broadly applicable as adhesion promotors to a broad range of different polymers and resin technologies in order to improve wet and dry adhesion on multiple (inorganic) substrates, in particularly those, that offer OH-functional surfaces. LUVOMAXX® silanes do not only interact at the interface polymer/substrate but are also used as coupling agents to improve the reinforcement of fillers within polymeric matrices by the formation of covalent linkages between the polymer system and OH-functional fillers.
Additionally, LUVOMAXX® silanes are typically applied as moisture-catalyzed crosslinkers in (reactive) coating, adhesive, and sealant systems, particularly those based on polyurethanes, silicones, and MS polymers in order to improve mechanical and chemical properties such as increased tensile strength, advanced elastic modulus, improved scratch, abrasion, and notch impact resistance, as well as, better resistance to organic solvents, heat, or UV rays. Due to its selective reactivity, LUVOMAXX silanes (particularly amino-functional ones) can be also used to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers.
Furthermore, LUVOMAXX® silanes are used as hydrophobing agents in order to achieve mass hydrophobing and water-proofing, water repellency, as well as, improved moisture and corrosion resistance in building and construction materials or as water-scavenger and drying agent in moisture-sensitive and moisture-cured formulations such as hybrid systems based on silan-terminated polymers.
Product overview:
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL | 3-Aminopropyltriethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL is an amino-functional silane used as adhesion promoter in coatings, casting resins, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers based on polysulfides, urethanes, RTV silicones, epoxies, nitriles, phenolics, and polybutylene terephthalates amongst others in order to improve wet and dry adhesion to multiple (inorganic) substrates and the reinforcement of particularly OH-functional fillers within the polymeric matrixes. Further, LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL is used as a moisture-catalyzed crosslinker to advance the mechanical and chemical properties of polymer systems or to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers. |
| LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL M | 3-Aminopropyltrimethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL M is an amino-functional silane used as adhesion promoter in coatings, casting resins, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers based on polysulfides, urethanes, RTV silicones, epoxies, nitriles, phenolics, and polybutylene terephthalates amongst others in order to improve wet and dry adhesion to multiple (inorganic) substrates and the reinforcement of particularly OH-functional fillers within the polymeric matrixes. Further, LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL M is used as a moisture-catalyzed crosslinker to advance the mechanical and chemical properties of polymer systems or to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers. |
| LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL EDA | [3-(2-Aminoethyl)amino-propyl]trimethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL EDA is an amino-functional silane used as adhesion promoter in coatings, casting resins, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers based on polysulfides, urethanes, RTV silicones, epoxies, nitriles, phenolics, and polybutylene terephthalates amongst others in order to improve wet and dry adhesion to multiple (inorganic) substrates and the reinforcement of particularly OH-functional fillers within the polymeric matrixes. Further, LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL EDA is used as a moisture-catalyzed crosslinker to advance the mechanical and chemical properties of polymer systems or to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers. |
| LUVOMAXX® EPOXYSIL | 3-Glycidyloxypropyltrimethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® EPOXYSIL is an epoxy-functional silane used as adhesion promoter in polyurethane, epoxy, polysulfide, silicone, and acrylic caulks, coatings, adhesives, and sealants in order to improve wet and dry adhesion to multiple (inorganic, particularly glass) substrates. |
| LUVOMAXX® METHASIL | 3-Methacryloxypropyltrimethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® METHASIL is used as polymer grafting unit in the preparation of polymers in association with other monomers like vinyl acetate, acrylic acid and methyl acrylic acid used in coatings, adhesives and sealants in order to provide excellent adhesion and durability. Furthermore, LUVOMAXX® METHASIL is applied as adhesion promoter and coupling agent to improve the reinforcement of fillers within the polymeric matrices. |
| LUVOMAXX® OCTASIL | Triethoxy-n-octylsilane | LUVOMAXX® OCTASIL is used as hydrophobing agent and surface modifier for a variety of inorganic surfaces such as glass, glass fibres, mineral wool, silica, clay, mica, ATH and other hydroxides. Furthermore, LUVOMAXX® OCTASIL is applied as adhesion promoter and coupling agent that can physically interact via its non-polar alkyl chains with corresponding polymers in order to improve the reinforcement of fillers within the polymeric matrices. |
Further products can be made available on request
LUVOMAXX® Silanes – Broad Portfolio of Multi-functional Agents for Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, as well as, Building and Construction Materials
LUVOMAXX® silanes are functional organosilanes that are broadly applicable as adhesion promotors to a broad range of different polymers and resin technologies in order to improve wet and dry adhesion on multiple (inorganic) substrates, in particularly those, that offer OH-functional surfaces. LUVOMAXX® silanes do not only interact at the interface polymer/substrate but are also used as coupling agents to improve the reinforcement of fillers within polymeric matrices by the formation of covalent linkages between the polymer system and OH-functional fillers.
Additionally, LUVOMAXX® silanes are typically applied as moisture-catalyzed crosslinkers in (reactive) coating, adhesive, and sealant systems, particularly those based on polyurethanes, silicones, and MS polymers in order to improve mechanical and chemical properties such as increased tensile strength, advanced elastic modulus, improved scratch, abrasion, and notch impact resistance, as well as, better resistance to organic solvents, heat, or UV rays. Due to its selective reactivity, LUVOMAXX silanes (particularly amino-functional ones) can be also used to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers.
Furthermore, LUVOMAXX® silanes are used as hydrophobing agents in order to achieve mass hydrophobing and water-proofing, water repellency, as well as, improved moisture and corrosion resistance in building and construction materials or as water-scavenger and drying agent in moisture-sensitive and moisture-cured formulations such as hybrid systems based on silan-terminated polymers.
Product overview:
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOMAXX® ALKYLSILAN TEO | Tetraethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® ALKYLSILAN TEO can be used as the main precursor material for the synthesis of zeolites and silicon dioxide typically used in semiconductor industry. Further, it is widely used as moisture-catalyzed crosslinker in polyurethanes, silicones, and MS polymers, as well as, in aerogel preparations. |
| LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL | 3-Aminopropyltriethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL is an amino-functional silane used as adhesion promoter in coatings, casting resins, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers based on polysulfides, urethanes, RTV silicones, epoxies, nitriles, phenolics, and polybutylene terephthalates amongst others in order to improve wet and dry adhesion to multiple (inorganic) substrates and the reinforcement of particularly OH-functional fillers within the polymeric matrixes. Further, LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL is used as a moisture-catalyzed crosslinker to advance the mechanical and chemical properties of polymer systems or to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers. |
| LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL M | 3-Aminopropyltrimethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL M is an amino-functional silane used as adhesion promoter in coatings, casting resins, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers based on polysulfides, urethanes, RTV silicones, epoxies, nitriles, phenolics, and polybutylene terephthalates amongst others in order to improve wet and dry adhesion to multiple (inorganic) substrates and the reinforcement of particularly OH-functional fillers within the polymeric matrixes. Further, LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL M is used as a moisture-catalyzed crosslinker to advance the mechanical and chemical properties of polymer systems or to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers. |
| LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL EDA | [3-(2-Aminoethyl)amino-propyl]trimethoxysilane | LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL EDA is an amino-functional silane used as adhesion promoter in coatings, casting resins, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers based on polysulfides, urethanes, RTV silicones, epoxies, nitriles, phenolics, and polybutylene terephthalates amongst others in order to improve wet and dry adhesion to multiple (inorganic) substrates and the reinforcement of particularly OH-functional fillers within the polymeric matrixes. Further, LUVOMAXX® AMINOSIL EDA is used as a moisture-catalyzed crosslinker to advance the mechanical and chemical properties of polymer systems or to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers. |
Further products can be made available on request
LUVOMAXX® Silanes – Broad Portfolio of Multi-functional Agents for Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, as well as, Building and Construction Materials
LUVOMAXX® silanes are functional organosilanes that are broadly applicable as adhesion promotors to a broad range of different polymers and resin technologies in order to improve wet and dry adhesion on multiple (inorganic) substrates, in particularly those, that offer OH-functional surfaces. LUVOMAXX® silanes do not only interact at the interface polymer/substrate but are also used as coupling agents to improve the reinforcement of fillers within polymeric matrices by the formation of covalent linkages between the polymer system and OH-functional fillers.
Additionally, LUVOMAXX® silanes are typically applied as moisture-catalyzed crosslinkers in (reactive) coating, adhesive, and sealant systems, particularly those based on polyurethanes, silicones, and MS polymers in order to improve mechanical and chemical properties such as increased tensile strength, advanced elastic modulus, improved scratch, abrasion, and notch impact resistance, as well as, better resistance to organic solvents, heat, or UV rays. Due to its selective reactivity, LUVOMAXX silanes (particularly amino-functional ones) can be also used to endcap amino-reactive polymers, e.g. isocyanate pre-polymers or epoxy-based polymers.
Furthermore, LUVOMAXX® silanes are used as hydrophobing agents in order to achieve mass hydrophobing and water-proofing, water repellency, as well as, improved moisture and corrosion resistance in building and construction materials or as water-scavenger and drying agent in moisture-sensitive and moisture-cured formulations such as hybrid systems based on silan-terminated polymers.
Product overview:
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOMAXX® OCTASIL | Triethoxy-n-octylsilane | LUVOMAXX® OCTASIL is used as hydrophobing agent and surface modifier for a variety of inorganic surfaces such as glass, glass fibres, mineral wool, silica, clay, mica, ATH and other hydroxides. Furthermore, LUVOMAXX® OCTASIL is applied as adhesion promoter and coupling agent that can physically interact via its non-polar alkyl chains with corresponding polymers in order to improve the reinforcement of fillers within the polymeric matrices. |
| LUVOMAXX® VINYLOSIL T102 | Triethoxyvinylsilane | Due to its pronounced tendency to hydrolyze rapidly, LUVOMAXX® VINYLOSIL T102 is used as water-scavenging and drying agent in moisture-sensitive and moisture-cured formulations such as hybrid systems based on silan-terminated polymers in order to improve the storage stability and to prevent the systems from undesired curing. |
| LUVOMAXX® VINYLOSIL T103 | Trimethoxyvinylsilane | Due to its pronounced tendency to hydrolyze rapidly, LUVOMAXX® VINYLOSIL T103 is used as water-scavenging and drying agent in moisture-sensitive and moisture-cured formulations such as hybrid systems based on silan-terminated polymers in order to improve the storage stability and to prevent the systems from undesired curing. |
Further products can be made available on request.
LUVOFIL® TEC – Unique Class of Multi-purpose Functional Fillers
LUVOFIL® TEC comprises a portfolio of multi-purpose functional fillers based on the world’s first polymer foam with pores in the nanometer range. Produced based on a patent-protected process and foamed with a 100% climate-friendly blowing agent, an entirely new class of materials with a pore size reduction of the factor 1000 compared to conventional polymer foams is provided leading to a unique and multi-purpose performance profile.
Product overview:
| Products | Description | Particle Size D50 [µm] | Particle Size D100 [µm] | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUVOFIL® TEC 50 | LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. | <15 | <50 | LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is used to achieve deep matting at highest transparency, anti-burnishing, mar, scratch, and scuff resistance, water repellency, water and chemical resistance, as well as water vapor permeability for water-based and solvent-free paints and coatings. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is applied as matting and rheology control agent (fumed silica replacement) in SMP and silicone-based sealants. Applied as functional filler in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives, LUVOFIL® TEC 50 offers weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties. |
| LUVOFIL® TEC 300 | LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. | <300 | LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is used as functional filler in order to provide weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is applied as liquid carrier for powder coatings, masterbatches, and compounding with the ability to absorb more than 600 w% liquid depending on its chemical nature, polarity and viscosity. | |
| LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 | LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. | <1,000 | LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is used as functional filler in order to provide weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is applied as liquid carrier for powder coatings, masterbatches, and compounding with the ability to absorb more than 600 w% liquid depending on its chemical nature, polarity and viscosity. |
LUVOPLUS® DA 100 - From Emulsification to Multiphase Stabilization
Unique Green Formulation Additive for Aqueous and Non-aqueous Applications
Product Overview:
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOPLUS® DA 100 | LUVOPLUS® DA 100 is a multifunctional emulsifier / compatibilizer / dispersing additive based on a low molecular weight polymer with amphiphilic properties. | LUVOPLUS® DA 100 is characterized in particular by improving the emulsifiability and extending the storage stability of W/O and O/W emulsions. Furthermore, LUVOPLUS® DA 100 is particularly suitable both for dispersing organophilic bentonites (conventional phyllosilicates, e.g. LUVOGEL®) within the production of pre-gels and for dispersing and stabilizing inorganic pigments and particles in conventional/solvent-based coating systems. The (subsequent) use of LUVOPLUS® DA 100 in solvent-based or water-based base paints also improves the colorant acceptance and the compatibilization of pigment concentrates. Due to its special chemical structure, LUVOPLUS® DA 100 also has corrosion-inhibiting properties. |
LUVOTIX® - Organic rheology additives for solvent-based and solvent-free systems
LUVOTIX® rheology additives are fine, micronized waxes that are mainly made from renewable raw materials. The powders are based on castor oil derivatives, fatty acid amides and polyolefins.
Depending on the polarity of the system, the products are incorporated directly in powdered form in a time and temperature-controlled dispersing process. In addition to the standard types that have proven themselves and have been tested for many years, rheology additives that are particularly easy to activate are available. These develop their full effectiveness even at low temperatures after shearing.
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOTIX® R | Castor oil derivative | LUVOTIX® R controls the rheology properties of low to medium polar liquid organic systems. It is used as a thickener, thixotropic or anti-settling agent in paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants and putties as well as in oils. LUVOTIX® R is used as a flow and levelling agent in powder coatings. |
| LUVOTIX® R-RF | Castor oil derivative, inorganically modified | LUVOTIX® R-RF is used as a thickener and thixotropic agent in low to medium polar liquid organic systems. It is easy dispersible, improves the formulations workability and has been primarily developed for putties. |
| LUVOTIX® ZR 50 | Castor oil derivative, inorganically modified | LUVOTIX® ZR50 controls the rheology properties of low polar solvent-based and solvent-free formulations, specifically in highly filled coatings, putties and sealants. |
| LUVOTIX® HT | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified | LUVOTIX® HT controls the rheology properties of low to medium polar liquid organic systems. It is used as a thickener, thixotropic or anti-settling agent in paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants and putties as well as in oils. In powder coating formulations, LUVOTIX® HT serves as a levelling agent. |
| LUVOTIX® HT-SF | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified | LUVOTIX® HT-SF describes the same application profile as LUVOTIX® HT with an easier activation. |
| LUVOTIX® ZH 5 | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified, with inorganic content | LUVOTIX® ZH5 controls the rheology properties of medium to higher polar solvent-based formulations. The material is free-flowing, easily dispersible and particularly suitable for highly filled systems. |
| LUVOTIX® ZH 50 | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified, with inorganic content | LUVOTIX® ZH50 controls the rheology properties of medium to higher polar liquid organic systems, specifically in highly filled formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® HP | Polyamide | LUVOTIX® HP is used in solvent-based and solvent-free medium to higher polar liquid organic systems. It is suitable as a thickener, thixotropic or anti-settling-agent in paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants, putties and other formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® AB | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® AB is used in solvent-based and solvent-free medium polar liquid organic systems. Its optimum performance is achieved at process temperatures between 50 and 65°C. It is suitable for highly filled and gloss systems. It is used in paints and coatings, adhesives as well as in sealants, putties and other formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® SAB | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® SAB is suitable as a rheology additive for many applications in solvent-based and solvent-free formulations. Its optimum performance is achieved at process temperatures in the range of approx. 50-70°C, depending on the polarities in the formulation. LUVOTIX® SAB optimizes the sag-control and anti-settling properties and is particularly recommended for glossy acrylate or polyester based systems. |
| LUVOTIX® PAB | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® PAB is used as a rheology additive in solvent-based and solvent-free medium to higher polar organic systems. Its optimum performance is achieved at process temperatures above 55°C. LUVOTIX® PAB can be used in primers as well as in glossy top-coat systems. It is suitable for industrial coatings, corrosion protection coatings, adhesives, putties and sealants. |
| LUVOTIX® P 100-15 | Polyolefin | LUVOTIX® P100-15 is used to modify the flow behavior in medium to higher polar solvent-based and solvent-free formulations, especially as an efficient anti-settling agent. |
| LUVOTIX® VP031 | Polyolefin/Stearic acid | LUVOTIX® VP031 is used in solvent-based and solvent-free high-build coatings., adhesives and sealants. Due to its physical-chemical properties, LUVOTIX® VP031 is particularly easy to incorporate and activate. |
| LUVOTIX® LT1 | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® LT1 can be activated at very low process temperatures, starting at 40°C. It is used in paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants, putties and other formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® TK1 | 2-pack-rheology additive | LUVOTIX® TK1 is used in situ in combination with crosslinker LUVOTIX® CL1. It is suitable for all systems independent of polarity. In topcoats, it is characterized by high gloss and transparency combined with excellent anti-sag properties. |
| LUVOTIX® CL1 | Amino-functional crosslinker | LUVOTIX® CL1 is used as a crosslinker combined in situ with LUVOTIX® TK1 in a mixing ratio 30:100. |
| LUVOTIX® P25X | Polyolefin paste, 25 % in Xylene | LUVOTIX® P25X is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in solvent-based formulations. It improves stabilization in zinc-rich primers. |
| LUVOTIX® R400 | Castor oil derivate | LUVOTIX® R400 is used in powder coatings as process additive and flow modifier. |
| LUVOTIX® HT400 | Castor oil derivate, polyamide modified | LUVOTIX® HT400 is used in powder coatings as process additive and flow modifier. |
LUVOGEL® - Inorganic rheology additives for solvent-based and water-based systems
Naturally occurring and organically modified phyllosilicates from the LUVOGEL® series are used in water-based and solvent-based systems for rheology control. The powdered additives are incorporated directly at the beginning of the dispersing process or in form of pre-gels. Polar chemical activators are sometimes added to increase gel formation in solvent-based systems. Easily dispersible and self-activating LUVOGEL® additives enable fast and successful activation processes without the necessity to control the temperature.
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOGEL® 4 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® 4 is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in low to medium polar formulations such as industrial coatings, do-it-yourself-coatings, construction paints, primers, printing inks, adhesives and putties. The addition of a polar activator is recommended. |
| LUVOGEL® 4 B | Montmorillonite, organically modified | Compare LUVOGEL® 4 – LUVOGEL® 4B contains higher amount of organic component. |
| LUVOGEL® 7 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® 7 is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in low to medium polar formulations such as industrial coatings, do-it-yourself-coatings, construction paints, primers and printing inks. The addition of a polar activator is recommended. |
| LUVOGEL® SA 1 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® SA1 is used as a self-activating anti-settling agent and rheology additive in solvent-based formulations of a wide polarity range, e.g. in industrial coatings, DIY paints, architectural paints, primers or printing inks. |
| LUVOGEL® SA 10 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® SA10 is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in low polar aliphatic formulations. |
| LUVOGEL® ED | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® ED creates a shear thinning flow profile with thixotropic properties and a slight viscosity increase in formulations. |
| LUVOGEL® G58 | Layered silicate, organically modified | LUVOGEL® G58 is mainly used as a rheological and anti-settle additive in unsaturated polyester resins, epoxy resins and vinyl esters, especially in styrene-containing and solvent-containing formulations of different polarity, but also in solvent-free epoxy resin systems. |
LUVOTIX® - Organic rheology additives for water-based systems
LUVOTIX® ATAC are synthetic associative thickeners for water-based formulations, which are supplied as low-viscous acrylic emulsions. The anionic polymers develop viscosity after neutralization in the pH-range from 7.0 to 10.0.
Different shear-thinning rheological profiles can be achieved depending on the hydrophobic modifications of the molecules.
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOTIX® ATAC L 100 | Hydophobically-modified associative thickener based on HASE | LUVOTIX® ATAC L 100 is a hydrophobically-modified associative thickener used in waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints and coatings to improve both storage stability and sag resistance and settling behavior. LUVOTIX® ATAC L 100 produces a highly pseudoplastic flow profile in waterborne formulations and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the low to medium shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATAC M 400 | Non-associative thickener, based on ASE | LUVOTIX® ATAC M 400 is a VOC-free non-associative thickener for waterborne formulations and is used in paints, coatings as well as sealants and adhesives to improve color acceptance and wet abrasion. LUVOTIX® ATAC M 400 produces a highly pseudoplastic flow profile in waterborne formulations and is particularly recommended to increase the viscosity in all shear ranges. |
| LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 | Hydophobically-modified associative thickener based on HASE | LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 is a hydrophobically-modified anionic thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings. Use of LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 improves the storage stability, levelling, and anti-splash system properties. LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 produces a Newtonian flow profile in waterborne formulations and is particularly recommended to increase the viscosity in the high shear range. |
LUVOTIX® ATUR are non-ionic hydrophobically modified polyurethanes used in water-based formulations, independent of pH-range. By tailored modifications of molecular structures, any desired rheological profile from newtonian to strong shear thinning can be obtained. LUVOTIX® ATUR are specifically designed for glossy, high-quality coatings when excellent surface levelling properties are desired after application.
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 is a hydrophobically-modified biobased polyurethane thickener. LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 is used in waterborneadhesives, sealants, and paints and coatings and improves the rub-out resistance, storage stability and chemical/water resistance. LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 is APEO- and VOC- free and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the low shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR M 500 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR M 500 is a hydrophobically modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers and protective coatings that improves the levelling, spraying and sag resistance of waterborne formulations. LUVOTIX® ATUR M 500 has a pseudoplastic flow behavior and is particularly recommended for increasing viscosity in the medium shear rate range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR M 510 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR M 510 is a hydrophobically-modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings that improves levelling, spraying and sag resistance. LUVOTIX® ATUR M 510 has a pseudoplastic flow behavior and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the medium shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR M 600 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR M 600 is a hydrophobically-modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, and coatings that improves levelling, settling and sagging of waterborne formulations. LUVOTIX® ATUR M 600 has a pseudoplastic flow behavior and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the medium shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 is a hydrophobically-modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne formulations, used in adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings to improve properties such as levelling, wet abrasion, and film formation. LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 has a Newtonian flow behavior and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the high shear range. LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 can be effectively combined with LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200. |
LUVOGEL® - Inorganic rheology additives for solvent-based and water-based systems
Naturally occurring and organically modified phyllosilicates from the LUVOGEL® series are used in water-based and solvent-based systems for rheology control. The powdered additives are incorporated directly at the beginning of the dispersing process or in form of pre-gels. Polar chemical activators are sometimes added to increase gel formation in solvent-based systems. Easily dispersible and self-activating LUVOGEL® additives enable fast and successful activation processes without the necessity to control the temperature.
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOGEL® W1 | Montmorillonite
| LUVOGEL® W1 is used in water-based formulations, e.g. adhesives, paints and coatings, cleaning agents, polishes, etc. It produces a pseudoplastic flow profile with thixotropic properties and improves settling behavior and flow control. |
| LUVOGEL® W3 | Montmorillonite
| LUVOGEL® W3 is used in water-based formulations, e.g. adhesives, paints and coatings, cleaning agents, polishes, etc. It produces a pseudoplastic flow profile with thixotropic properties and improves settling behavior and flow control. |
| LUVOGEL® AQ | Synthetic Hectorite | LUVOGEL® AQ is mainly used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. The main areas of application are industrial coatings and automotive paints – OEM as well as After-Market. The products provide excellent stabilisation and orientation of effect pigments. |
| LUVOGEL® W2N | Synthetic Hectorite | LUVOGEL® W2N is mainly used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. The main areas of application are industrial coatings and automotive paints – OEM as well as After-Market. The products provide excellent stabilisation and orientation of effect pigments. |
| LUVOGEL® WS1 | Synthetic Hectorite | LUVOGEL® WS1 is a synthetic smectite clay modified by an inorganic sodium phosphate. It is used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. |
| LUVOGEL® WS2 | Synthetic Hectorite | LUVOGEL® WS2 is a synthetic smectite clay modified by an inorganic sodium phosphate. It is used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. |
WOLLATROP® - Inorganic rheology additives for water-based systems
WOLLATROP® are hydrated and inverted ribbon silicates that are used as inorganic thickeners in water-based systems. The additives are particularly easy to incorporate into formulations thanks to their filamentous and flexible structure. Unlike classic phyllosilicates, WOLLATROP® products develop a stable structure immediately after incorporation, which leads to increased viscosity, especially in the low shear rate range. WOLLATROP® products are characterized by a high tolerance to changes in ionic strength and pH fluctuations.
| Product | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| WOLLATROP®-S | Ribbon silicates with fine fiber distribution | Preferred use in paints, varnishes and coatings. |
| WOLLATROP®-SE | Ribbon silicates with fine fiber distribution | Preferred use in paints, varnishes and coatings. |
| WOLLATROP®-M | Absorbent filler based on ribbon silicates | Application as rheology additive in construction chemical products such as mortars, construction and tile adhesives, fillers and filling compounds, but also high build coatings and wall or facade paints. Particularly suitable for use at high temperature. |
| WOLLATROP®-LV | Silicate fibers, organically modified | Preferred use in water-based coatings with low to medium layer thickness as well as in construction chemical products, such as adhesives or plasters. |
| WOLLATROP®-S/240 | Silicate hybrid | WOLLATROP®-S/240 is an economical rheology additive. It can be used as a multifunctional rheology additive in construction chemical products or high build coatings that require micro-reinforcement or crack bridging in addition to rheological adjustment. |
