Additive

SPHERILEX® DP-0115

SPHERILEX® DP-0115 has larger particle size, which is beneficial for properties like burnish and scrub resistance and may produce some degree of matting effect in certain systems, such as thin film applications and waterborne clear finishes.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Specialty filler

Sustainability

Durability

Production efficiency

VOC reduction

Next generation solution

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Powder
Radiation curing systems
Solventborne
Solventfree
Waterborne

Manufacturer

SPHERILEX Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • very low binder demand
  • low viscosity at high loading levels
  • very low water/solvent demand in the grind process
  • optimum washability and scrub resistance
  • effective matting agent for powder coatings
  • excellent mar and burnish resistance

Technical data

delivery form
free-flowing powder
DOA absorption
45 ml/100g
loss on drying
<7 %
particle size, d50
15 µm
particle size, d95
<30 µm
pH value, 5% in water
7.5
sodium sulfate content
<1.0 %
specific gravity
2.0
specific surface area (BET)
<12 m²/g

Properties

Mar and burnish resistance
5/5
Washability and scrub resistance
5/5
Gloss reduction
5/5
Smooth Surface Profile
2/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 3 - 15 %.

Processing instructions

It is recommended that this product be added, as supplied, to the grind.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture. We recommend to store the product in closed containers under dry conditions and to protect the material from volatile substances.

Safety Datasheets

Please use the Evonik SDS service.