BYK-092 is a silicone-based defoamer for water-based applications that contains no VOCs, featuring broad compatibility and long-term stability, suitable for brush and spray painting.
BYK-092 is a highly effective defoamer specifically designed for water-based clear coats and high-gloss systems. It also exhibits excellent performance in matte and pigment systems. It has a balanced compatibility and incompatibility, which does not affect transparency or gloss. It is effective with all standard application methods, including roller coating, brush application, spraying, and curtain coating. This additive can generally be added at any stage of the manufacturing process.
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Features • Extremely good defoaming in various systems (clear, matte, colored) • High transparency in clear coats • Minimal impact on surfaces (cloudiness and cratering) • Excellent effectiveness even in small amounts • Very good long-term stability • VOC-free General Properties • Density (20°C): 1.06 g/ml • Non-volatile content (60 minutes, 105°C): > 97 %
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Applicable Fields • Woodworking and furniture coatings • Architectural coatings • Floor coatings • Printing inks • Adhesives and sealants Recommended Addition Amount: 0.05-0.8% as an additive relative to the total formulation (up to 1.5% in exceptional cases) The recommended addition amounts mentioned above should be used as initial values. The optimal addition amount should be determined through actual testing. Addition Method: This additive can be added at any stage of the manufacturing process. It can be mixed very easily with low shear force using a dissolver. Post-addition is also possible.
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BYK Japan KK is engaged in the import, wholesale, and technical service of paints, additives, and measuring instruments. As a leading supplier of functional additives and testing equipment across various application fields, we provide solutions to assist you in product development and solving challenges. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries.