BK®-887 is a modified bentonite for water-based systems
1. Advantages:
¡î High gelling efficiency in water-based systems.
¡î Excellent thixotropy property, sag resistance and viscosity control.
¡î Prevent hard settlement of pigment/fillers.
¡î Ease of incorporation and Ease of dispersion.
¡î Suite to wide PH range.
2. Typical Properties:
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Color
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Appearance
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Density
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Moisture
(@105¡æ,2hrs)
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Fineness through 200 mesh
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PH value
(2%suspension )
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Light White
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Free Flowing Powder
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1.6g/cm3
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≤10.0%
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≥95%
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9-12
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3. Typical Applications:
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¡ñWater-based paint&coatings
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¡ñEmulsion paint
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¡ñAdhesive
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¡ñSealant
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¡ñCosmetics
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¡ñToothpaste
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¡ñGrout
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4. Incorporations:
BK®-887 can be added directly in powder form. No need for polar actiator or pre-gel. Recommended procedures are as follows:
A. Water (PH:6.0-12.0, but most suitable between 7.0-8.0).
B. BK-887 (Dispersing at high speed shear for 15-30minutes).
C. Other additives (film-forming agent,dispersing agent,defoaming agent, etc.)
D. Pigment and filler (Mixing and dispersing).
E. Emulsion (Mixing).
F. Post correct.
5. Recommended Levels:
The amount of BK®-887 rheological additive required depends upon the specific system and the degree of thickening or other properties desired. Addition levels are typically between 0.2%-1.0% based on the total formulation weight.
6. International Countertypes:Bentone®EW/LT,Laporte®WH,Attagel®-50