RHEOLATE^® FX 1080

RHEOLATE FX 1080 is a very low VOC, high efficiency, high active content polyether polyurethane thickener for the use in aqueous coatings. The product is supplied as a liquid, is convenient to handle and ready for immediate use.

Key properties

• RHEOLATE FX 1080 improves the anti-settling and sag resistance of aqueous paints by increasing the mid and low shear viscosity. RHEOLATE FX 1080 acts as a binding agent in the coating and is totally compatible with the standard latexes used in emulsion paints.
• Paints made with RHEOLATE FX 1080 have a higher degree of water resistance and increased scrub resistance than those made with cellulosic thickeners. Higher gloss levels in gloss emulsion paints are obtained by using RHEOLATE FX 1080 as opposed to polyacrylates or cellulosic thickeners.
• Combining RHEOLATE FX 1080 with a suitable pigment dispersant such as NUOSPERSE FX 600 gives outstanding gloss performance.
• For other emulsion paints we recommend the combination of RHEOLATE FX 1080 and NUOSPERSE FX 504, for example.
• Based on a polyether polyurethane- therefore provides longterm viscosity stability, less sensitive to hydrolysis, decreased water sensitivity
• increases mid and low shear viscosity- results in improved anti-settling properties and sag resistance
• non-elastic flow - therefore reduces roller spattering

Functions

• Rheology Modifiers / Thickeners>>Associatives

Market segment

• Adhesives & Sealants
• Construction
• Paints, Coatings & Inks