Additive

TEGO® Foamex 810

TEGO® Foamex 810 is an effective defoamer concentrate based on polyether siloxane technology. Universal grinding stage defoamer. Can be used in the let-down with sufficient shear. Prevents macro-and micro-foam.

This product is currently not actively marketed on COATINO®. The product's data, including data sheets, may be out-of-date.

Bottle representation of TEGO® Foamex 810
PNG

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Defoamer & deaerator

Sustainability

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Solventborne
Solventfree
Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Foamex Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • ideal for the grinding phase in combination with more compatible let-down defoamers
  • efficient against micro- and macro-foam
  • very suitable for clear and pigmented formulations

Technical data

active matter content
100
appearance
clear to turbid liquid
chemical description
polyether siloxane copolymer, contains fumed silica
solvent
solvent-free

Properties

Brush application/roller application
4/5
Airless spraying
4/5
Compressed air spraying
5/5
Flexo/gravure printing
5/5
Dip coating, flow coating, curtain coating
3/5
Flooring
3/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.1 - 1.0 %.

Processing instructions

Long term effectiveness of the product is dependent on the formulation and should be tested in individual formulations.

The product needs to be incorporated with high shear forces.

Addition to the coating as supplied or as a predilution is possible.

Stir before use!

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 36 months from the date of manufacture.