JebChem 2040 – Antifoam for Epoxy Flooring
JebChem 2040
JebChem 2040 s a saturated aliphatic hydrocarbon silicone-free anti-foam and is designed for paint and coating applications. Has good chemical stability (heat, oxidation, etc.) and is soluble in various non-polar solvents (e.g. mineral oil, toluene, alkane).
Physical Characteristics *
Appearance | Clear and bright |
Density | 0.838 g/cm³ |
Active Content | ≥99% |
Kinematic Viscosity | 400 mm²/s (40˚C) |
* The values indicated in this publication describe typical properties and do not constitute specification limits.
Benefits
Excellent anti-foam agent for solvent-free systems on epoxy coating
Recommended Dosage
0.01-1.0 % additive (as supplied) based upon total formulation
Typical Application
2 Pack Epoxy (solvent-free)
Table 1 – Preparation of Part A
![Table 1. Preparation of Part A Table 1. Preparation of Part A](https://jebchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Table-1.-Preparation-of-Part-A.jpg)
Table 2 – Ingredients of Part B
![Table 2. show the ingredients of Part B Table 2. show the ingredients of Part B](https://jebchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Table-2.-show-the-ingredients-of-Part-B-1.jpg)
Shaking Test
Weigh material into glass container then mix by high speed shaker for 5 minutes (see Table 1) to determine the de-foaming efficiency.
![Shaking Test Shaking Test](https://jebchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Shaking-Test.jpg)
Casting Test
Mix Part A : Part B as ratio 2:1 then mix with high speed shaker for 1 minute. Cast epoxy self-levelling mixture in polypropylene mold, control dry thickness to about 3 millimeters. Leave the epoxy cure for 12hrs then determine de-foaming efficiency of the casting.
![Casting Test Casting Test](https://jebchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Casting-Test.jpg)
Results
![Results Results](https://jebchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Results.jpg)
Conclusion
The test result based on this experiment – just 0.01% Antifoam JebChem 2040 in epoxy flooring shows EXCELLENT anti-foam performance and provides a smooth finish.
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![Jebchem-Bottle-Sample blue plastic sample bottle of JebChem additives](https://jebchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Jebchem-Bottle-Sample.png)
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