Afcona - 4595 is a high molecular weight polymeric dispersant utilized for the deflocculation of pigments in water-based decorative and industrial paints.

Functions: Dispersant, Wetting Agent

End Uses: 2K (2 component) Coating, Radiation Curable Coating, Waterborne Coating

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies (EP), Polyester - Melamine, Polyurethanes (PU)

Ask EM Sullivan Questions

GS

VD

View All Documents

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Product Features
  • Afcona-4595 is a wetting and dispersing additive for water-based coatings and pigment concentrates. It improves storage stability and prevents negative flocculation effects such as flooding and floating.
  • It stabilize pigments through effective steric hindrance and electric repulsion. This results in concentrates that have:
    • Lower viscosities
    • Very stable dispersions
    • Good storage stability
    • High color strength
  • And final coatings which have:
    • No flooding or floating
    • High color strength
    • High gloss
    • Good storage stability
  • Afcona-4595 is completely water-soluble and does not require neutralization.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Cure Method
Coating End Applications
Product Applications

This product is recommended for all types of pigments. It is also very suitable for transparent iron oxides.

Note: for optimum dispersion use no resin in the grinding phase

Addition and Dosage

Calculation method for the required amount of active ingredient on pigment:

TiO2 4 - 5%
Other inorganic pigments 8 - 12%
Organic pigments 12 - 30%
Carbon blacks 50 - 60%
Transparent Iron Oxides 10 -15%
Incorporation

Afcona-4595 should be incorporated in the mill base before adding the pigments.

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble in
Water
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 11--
Active Ingredients39 - 43%-
Density (at 20°C)1.02 - 1.06g/cm³-
Refractive Index1.39 - 1.41--
Acid Value7 - 15mg KOH/g-

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Supplied by
Packaging Information

55 lb and 397 lb non-returnable containers.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 years
Storage Condition

Afcona-4595 should be stored in a cool dry place.

Note: Below 32° F separation or turbidity may occur. Increase temperature to 68° F and mix well before use.