Products in Adhesives & Sealants: Rheology Modifier

Evonik Polymer OH 2 is a polydimethyl siloxane with terminal silanol groups, serving as a fundamental component in the formulation of condensation-curing silicone elastomers. This product is offered in a range of viscosity levels, spanning from 100 to 400,000 mPas. In its physical form, it appears clear and colorless. Chemically, it is characterized as hydroxy-terminated polydimethyl siloxanes.

TEGOPAC® RD 1 are silane-modified polymers which can be used to reduce viscosities of adhesives & sealant formulations. They can also be used for formulations to avoid migration effects. A replacement against migrating plasticizers is possible. TEGOPAC® RD 1 can be blended with different types of silane-modified polymers and epoxy polymers. Formulating with various plasticizers, fillers, and other additives is possible to address applications like parquet adhesives, roof sealing applications or pressure sensitive adhesives.

AEROSIL® R 972 is hydrophobic fumed silica grade treated with DDS (Dichlordimethylsilane). The moderate hydrophobicity of these AEROSIL® products is suited for defoaming properties in the presence of appropriate hydrophobic liquids. They are recomended for improving the sedimentation stability of defoamer dispersions as well.

VISIOMER® ETMA (ethyltriglycol methacrylate) is a hydrophilic methacrylate monomer known for its ability to enhance adhesion, flexibility, and minimize shrinkage in polymers. It exhibits low volatility and serves as a reactive diluent in reactive systems. This versatile compound finds applications in industries such as adhesives and sealants, as well as coatings.

VISIOMER® EGDMA (ethylene glycol dimethacrylate) is a hydrophilic dimethacrylate monomer renowned for its low viscosity. It is an excellent choice as a crosslinking agent, effectively enhancing the resistance properties of polymers and elastomers. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, personal care, and healthcare, as well as plastics and rubber.

VISIOMER® TMPTMA (trimethylol propane trimethacrylate) is a trifunctional methacrylate monomer renowned for its ability to serve as a crosslinking agent. It imparts cohesive strength and high temperature resistance to polymers and elastomers by forming dense networks. This versatile monomer finds applications in industries such as 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, as well as plastics and rubber.

AEROSIL® R 202 is a hydrophobic fumed silica grade, treated with a polydimethylsiloxane. This product can be used in defoamer formulations for sedimentation stabilization and due to its high hydrophobicity as defoaming component.

AEROSIL® R 812 is hydrophobic fumed silica grade treated with HMDS (Hexamethyldisilazane). It can be used for sedimentation stabilization and due to its high hydrophobicity as defoaming agent.

VISIOMER® BNMA (benzyl methacrylate) is an aromatic monofunctional methacrylate known for its low viscosity. It serves as a reactive diluent, offering excellent solvency in adhesive, ink, and coating formulations. This versatile compound finds applications in various industries, including adhesives and sealants, coatings, composites, and electronics.

AEROSIL® 200 is a hydrophilic fumed silica with a specific surface area of 200 m²/g.

AEROSIL® R 805 is a high thickening fumed silica surface treated with OCTMO.

AEROSIL® R 106 is a hydrophobic fumed silica after treated with D4 (Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane).

VISIOMER® TRGDMA (triethylene glycol dimethacrylate) is a dimethacrylate monomer with low viscosity, making it well-suited for use as a crosslinking agent in free radical polymerization. Additionally, it serves as an adhesion promoter and hardener for PVC plastisols, as well as a component in reactive resins. This versatile compound finds applications in a wide range of industries, including 3D printing, adhesives and sealants, coatings, construction, personal care, and healthcare, as well as plastics and rubber.

Bermocoll M 10 is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll M 10 contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substitution giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Alcogum L 58 is a rheology modifier that provides optimized performance in a broad range of application areas including: Mastic adhesive compounding Paint formulation Construction compounding Latex coatings Pigment mining Particulate suspension

Bermocoll ML 31 is a modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll ML 31 contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substituents giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Bermocoll ML 11 is a modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll ML 11 contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substituents giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Alcogum SL 117 is an acrylate-based emulsion copolymer supplied at 30% active solids in water. This product is part of a unique line of hydrophobically modified, alkali soluble emulsion polymers typically referred to as HASE thickeners. The Alcogum SL 117 manufacturing process enables fine control of the polymer structure and molecular weight. This provides provide optimized performance in a broad range of application areas, including: Adhesive and textile compounding Paint formulation Detergent and cleaning compositions Construction compounding Latex coatings Pigment mining Particulate suspension

Bermocoll ME 1000 X is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the water retention, the consistency and the stability of water-based products.

Bermocoll ML 71 is a low modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll ML 71 contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substituents giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Hi-Sil® T-800 is a thickening agent that belongs to PPG's Hi-Sil® product line of synthetic, amorphous, precipitated silicas that are rheology modifiers and anti-sag/suspension agents. Hi-Sil® T-800 is a premium grade thixotrope designed specifically for adhesive and sealant applications. Its unique physical characteristics make Hi-Sil® T-800 thickening agent a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to fumed silica in certain applications.

Hi-Sil® T-700 is a thickening agent that belongs to PPG's Hi-Sil® product line of synthetic, amorphous, precipitated silicas that are rheology modifiers and anti-sag/suspension agents. Hi-Sil® T-700 is a premium grade thixotrope designed specifically for adhesive and sealant applications. Its unique physical characteristics make Hi-Sil® T-700 thickening agent a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to fumed silica in certain applications.

Hi-Sil® T-152 is a thickening agent that belongs to PPG's Hi-Sil® product line of synthetic, amorphous, precipitated silicas that are rheology modifiers and anti-sag/suspension agents. Hi-Sil® T-152 is a premium-grade thixotrope designed specifically for adhesive and sealant applications. Its unique physical characteristics make Hi-Sil® T-152 thickening agent a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to fumed silica in certain applications.

Hi-Sil® T-600 is a thickening agent that belongs to PPG's Hi-Sil® product line of synthetic, amorphous, precipitated silicas that are rheology modifiers and anti-sag/suspension agents. Hi-Sil® T-600 is a premium grade thixotrope designed specifically for adhesive and sealant applications. Its unique physical characteristics make Hi-Sil® T-600 thickening agent a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to fumed silica in certain applications.

DeCAL PS 14 rheology modifier allows the paint formulator to adjust medium and high shear viscosities to improve tool load, film build and brush drag. In order to obtain the best balance of flow and sag resistance it can be used in combination with other thickeners, of natural or synthetic origins.

DeCAL 1006 is a carboxylated acrylic copolymer emulsion suitable for waterborne systems. It is highly effective in producing stable viscosity response between pH 6.5 to 10. DeCAL 1006 is recommended for use in textured coatings, construction adhesives, paints, plasters, and wood stains. It is easy to handle and can be incorporated at most manufacturing steps.

DeCAL DeCAL 1105+ is a new acrylic copolymer emulsion in water. This medium molecular weight hydrophobic polymer provides a rheological control effect through extensive swelling and association in alkaline conditions, providing film building and leveling. For interior and exterior matte and semi-gloss paints, this product improves flow and leveling performance, sag resistance, and anti-settling. It also results in much less spattering in paints applied by roller.

DeCAL 1201 is a powder-grade rheological control additive that can be used in a wide range of water-based systems. The product is designed to disperse and rapidly wet out in aqueous systems. Alternatively, the product can be incorporated into powder blends and formulations.

Texipol® 63-253 is an inverse emulsion thickener known for imparting a very short flow to a wide variety of aqueous and non-aqueous compositions, effective over a broad pH range. Supplied as a low-viscosity liquid, it offers almost instantaneous thickening upon direct mixing into the composition. Its polymer, already in solution as the sodium salt, eliminates the need for additional additives to promote thickening. Texipol® 63-253 finds applications in wallpaper pre-paste adhesives, high build/textured coatings, water-based building adhesives, and PVA adhesives. It can also thicken certain non-aqueous systems such as simple alcohols and glycols.

Cardolite® NC - 513 is a monofunctional reactive epoxy diluent used to increase flexibility, impact resistance, water resistance, and flexural strength. It has low viscosity and volatility, making it ideal for formulating solvent-free adhesives. It exhibits good water resistance and reacts completely into the epoxy network, enhancing bond strength.

Texigel® 23-005 is a high viscosity aqueous solution featuring a synthetic polyelectrolyte. It serves as an ammonia-free thickening agent suitable for natural and synthetic lattices.

Texicryl® 13-308 is an APEO-free ASE (Alkali-Swellable Emulsion) rheology modifier designed for a broad range of water-based applications. It imparts a short pseudoplastic flow, enhancing the rheological properties of the system. This product is easily mixed into water-based systems and, in many cases, can be added directly to the system to be thickened, followed by pH adjustment.

Texipol® 63-237 is part of an easy-to-use range of inverse emulsion thickeners designed specifically for pigment printing. It ensures sharp and well-defined prints, high bleed/flush resistance, superior wet and dry rub fastness, excellent color yield and brilliance, and a soft handle. APEO-free, Texipol® 63-237 is engineered for optimal print performance on cotton, polyester blended fabrics, and other fibrous materials.

Cardolite® Lite 2020 is a low viscosity multipurpose resin modifier designed for use in coatings, adhesives, and other applications. It features a long hydrophobic aliphatic side chain of the cardanol molecule, providing excellent early water resistance and corrosion protection. It can be used as an epoxy diluent, allowing for enhanced workability and higher solids in formulations without sacrificing performance properties. It can also be used in alkyds, urethanes, and acrylics.

Texipol® 63-510 is an inverse emulsion thickener renowned for imparting a short flow to a wide array of aqueous and non-aqueous compositions, effective across a pH range of 1-14. Supplied as a user-friendly, low viscosity liquid, it offers almost instantaneous thickening upon direct mixing into the composition. Its polymer, already in solution as the sodium salt, eliminates the need for additional additives to promote thickening, such as alkali or surfactant.

Texicryl® 13-313 is an alkali swellable thickener crafted specifically for water-based formulations. This product excels in efficiently modifying viscosities at low shear rates to prevent both settling and sagging.