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TEGO® Twin 4100
TEGO® Twin 4100 is a siloxane-based gemini surfactant. It combines substrate wetting and anti-crater effects with some defoaming properties. It is highly compatible and suitable for a wide range of different coatings and applications.
Product information
Effects
Type
Additive
Sub type
Substrate wetting
Sustainability
Next generation solution
Contains no biocide
Life Cycle Assessment available
PFAS Alternative
Markets
Technologies
High solids (solventborne)
Radiation curing systems
Solventborne
Waterborne
Manufacturer
Availability
Key benefits
- excellent crater prevention and elimination
- good effectiveness
- universal application
Technical data
active matter content
100 %
appearance
colored slightly hazy liquid
chemical description
siloxane-based gemini surfactant
Properties
Substrate wetting
5/5Anti-crater effect
5/5Flow promotion
4/5Defoaming
2/5Reduction of static surface tension
5/5Reduction of dynamic surface tension
2/5Recommended addition level
As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.1 - 1.0 %.
Processing instructions
Addition at the let-down stage is recommended.
Addition to the coating as supplied or as a predilution is possible.
Handling & storage
When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 60 months from the date of manufacture.
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Additional Information
Alternatives to Fluoropolymers for Plastic coatings (English)
High performance solutions for corrosion resistance in high solid protective coatings (English)
Focus Products for Waterborne Corrosion Protection (English)
Special requirements for Leather Coatings (English)
Liquid additives for high performance UV-curable
wood coatings (English)
Safety Datasheets
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