Cardolite® Ultra LITE 513

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Cardolite® Ultra LITE 513 is a very light-colored, low-viscosity, monofunctional epoxy reactive diluent designed for coatings, adhesives, and other epoxy applications. The long hydrophobic aliphatic side chain of cardanol gives this product a very low viscosity and provides excellent water resistance, flexibility, and thermal shock resistance. High-viscosity solvent or solvent-free formulations can achieve enhanced workability and higher solids without sacrificing other performance properties using this product.

Chemical Family: CNSL (Cashew Nut Shell Liquid) Resin, Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Labeling Claims: Adsorbable Organic Halides (AOX)-free, Biorenewable, High Purity, Natural, Non-Toxic, Solvent-free

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP)

Physical Form: Liquid

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Identification & Functionality

Carrier
Solvent-based
Chemical Family
CNSL (Cashew Nut Shell Liquid) Resin,
Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives
CASE Ingredients Functions
Chain Terminator,
Pot Life Extender,
Reactive Diluent,
Rheology Modifier
Technologies
CASE Ingredients
Product Families
CASE Ingredients — Additives
Functional Additives,
Rheology Modifiers & Stabilizers
CASE Ingredients — Solvents & Carriers
Diluents

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Adsorbable Organic Halides (AOX)-free,
Biorenewable,
High Purity,
Natural,
Non-Toxic,
Solvent-free
CASE Ingredients Features
Acetic Acid Resistance,
Chemical Resistance,
Corrosion Resistance,
Distilled Water Resistance,
Ethanol Resistance,
Fast Drying,
Good Compatibility,
High Flash Point,
High Impact Resistance,
High Performance,
High Reactivity,
High Viscosity,
Improved Flexibility,
Improved Hardness,
Improved Substrate Wetting,
Improved Workability,
Long Potlife,
Low Cobb Values,
Low Color,
Low Viscosity,
Low Volatility,
Salt Resistance,
Soft Handle,
Thermal Shock Resistance,
Water Resistance

Applications & Uses

Markets
Adhesives & Sealants,
Automotive & Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Paints & Coatings
Applications
Paints & Coatings — Automotive & Transportation
Marine Coatings
Automotive & Transportation — Bonding & Assembly
Transportation Assembly
Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction
Floor Coatings
Automotive & Transportation — Coatings & Finishes
Marine Coatings
Building & Construction — Flooring & Surfaces
Floor Coatings
Adhesives & Sealants — Industrial & Assembly Adhesives
Transportation Assembly
Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings
Industrial Coatings
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
Marine
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Epoxies (EP)
Adhesive & Sealant End Applications
Solvent Free (100% Solids) Adhesive
Coating End Applications
Epoxy Coating,
Solventless & High Solids Coating
Use Level
2 - 20 (% of total resin weight)
Applications


While usable in many epoxy applications, Cardolite Ultra LITE 513 was designed for solvent based and solvent free epoxy systems used in heavy duty marine, protective, industrial, and floor coatings. It can lower the viscosity and bring extra flexibility to coating formulations without sacrificing water resistance and anti-corrosion properties. This product is also useful as an epoxy chain terminator for extending the pot life of systems. As formulations reach higher and higher levels of solids, this product serves as an excellent tool for controlling these critical formulation parameters. Cardolite Ultra LITE 513 can also be used in potable water applications* and has shown very low migration levels compared to other diluents.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Clear Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color1GardnerASTM D1544
Epoxy Equivalent Weight (Based on total product weight)350 - 425-ASTM 1652
Viscosity (at 25°C) 24cPsASTM D2196
Hydrolyzable Chloride Content0.48%ASTM D1726
Epichlorohydrin Content4ppmGC7
Volatile Lossmax. 0.5%ASTM D2369-98
Density (at 25°C)0.95kg/lASTM D1475
Flash Pointmin. 205°CASTM D93
Hydrolyzable Chlorinemax. 0.5%-
Biological Content86%ISO-17025, ASTM-D6866-12

Technical Details & Test Data

Dilution Properties

Cardolite® Ultra LITE 513 - Dilution Properties - 1

Packaging & Availability

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Storage & Handling

Stability and Storage

Cardolite products may absorb moisture and carbon dioxide when left in open containers, which may result in increased viscosity, discoloration, reduction of reactivity, and/or crystallization of the products. These products should be kept tightly sealed in their original containers when not in use, and stored in a cool, dry place.