JebChem 2040 – Antifoam for Epoxy Flooring

Aug 23, 2023 | Innovations

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).

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Physical Characteristics *

 

AppearanceClear and bright
Density0.838 g/cm³
Active Content≥99%
Kinematic Viscosity400 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)

 

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Table 1 – Preparation of Part A

Table 1. Preparation of Part A

Table 2 – Ingredients of Part B

Table 2. show the ingredients of Part B

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

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

Results

Results

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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