Additive

TEGO® Foamex 842

TEGO® Foamex 842 is an effective defoamer solution based on polyether siloxane technology. Contains no fumed silica. Suitable for pigmented and clear formulations.

Bottle representation of TEGO® Foamex 842
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Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Defoamer & deaerator

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Foamex Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • provides additional deaeration effect
  • good long-term effectiveness
  • suitable for pigmented and clear formulations
  • recommended for addition to the grinding and let-down stage

Technical data

active matter content
60
appearance
clear liquid
chemical description
solution of polyether siloxane copolymer, contains no fumed silica
solvent
dipropylene glycol monomethylether

Properties

Brush application/roller application
3/5
Airless spraying
4/5
Compressed air spraying
4/5
Flexo/gravure printing
5/5
Dip coating, flow coating, curtain coating
1/5
Flooring
1/5

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.

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.