Additive

AEROSIL® E 812

AEROSIL® E 812 is a fumed silica post-treated with organosilane (HMDS) and a high specific surface area combined with exceptional hydrophobicity. In addition it is very easy to disperse.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Rheology control

Sustainability

Production efficiency

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Powder
Solventborne
Solventfree
Waterborne

Manufacturer

AEROSIL Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • highly efficient
  • high transparency therefore especially recommended for automotive clear coats
  • highly recommended for 2K PU
  • excellent rheology effect
  • easy-to-disperse i.e. incorporation by dissolver is sufficient

Technical data

carbon content
2.0 - 3.0 %
loss on drying
<0.5 %
pH-value
5.5 - 8.0
SiO2 content
>99.8 %
specific surface area (BET)
230 - 290 m²/g
tamped density
Approx 60 g/l

Properties

Anti-settling
4/5
Anti-sagging
4/5
Corrosion resistance
5/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 1.0 - 2.0 %.

Processing instructions

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 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.