Afcona 5285

• Afcona-5285 is an acidic termination of alkyl ethoxylated co-polymer. The acidic group gives very good anchoring effect in base pigments and matting agents. It will help in viscosity reduction of filler and extender dispersions.
• Afcona – 5285 has the following special properties:
  • It is a very good dispersant for matting agent pastes.
  • Afcona-5285 offers very good viscosity reduction. Therefore, it is suitable as a dispersant for highly loaded filler systems.
  • It is also suitable for oil- and solvent-based printing inks, especially for inorganic pigment and filler dispersions in alcohol- rich systems.
  • Afcona-5285 also helps to reduce the interfacial tension between pigments or extenders and the vehicle. Therefore, it will help shorten grinding time.
  • It can be used in all resin systems, ranging from nonpolar to high polarity systems like air dry alkyd, acid curing, polyurethane and epoxy.
  • This product is suitable for all kinds of pigments, including inorganic, organic and carbon black. It is also suitable for co- grinding.

Note: Afcona – 5285 will become hazy or even crystallize at temperatures below 15° C. Re-heat the material before use if crystallization happens. This will not influence the performance of the product.

• 0.5 - 1.5% based on TiO2 or extenders
• 3.0 - 5.0% based on other inorganic pigments
• 10 – 30% based on organic pigment.

Afcona - 5285 should be added prior to the pigment dispersion process.

55 lbs and 397 lbs non-returnable containers.

Afcona - 5285 should be stored in a cool, dry place, preferably at temperatures ≥ 20°C. Haziness and solidification can take place if the temperature drops below 15°C.