Additive

TEGO® Foamex 6

TEGO® Foamex 6 is an efficient concentrate defoamer for water-based paints with good long-term stability. TEGO® Foamex 6 is silicone- and silica-free.

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 The product's data, including data sheets, may be out-of-date.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 6
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Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Defoamer & deaerator

Sustainability

Sustainable feedstocks

  • Bio-based content on delivery form: 10 wt%
  • Bio-based content on solids: 10 wt%

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Foamex Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • easy incorporation
  • long-term defoaming efficiency
  • very good initial defoaming strength combined with excellent film compatibility

Technical data

active matter content
100
appearance
hazy liquid
chemical description
formulation of hydrophobic components
solvent
mineral-oil

Properties

Brush application/roller application
5/5
Airless spraying
2/5
Compressed air spraying
2/5
Flexo/gravure printing
0/5
Dip coating, flow coating, curtain coating
0/5
Flooring
0/5

Recommended addition level

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

Processing instructions

Can be introduced during grind or let-down stage. Add slowly to formulation under moderate to high agitation. Mix thoroughly for 15-20 minutes.

Mix thoroughly before use.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 12 months from the date of manufacture.