Additive

TEGO® Flow 425

TEGO® Flow 425 is a universal, siloxane-based flow and anti-crater additive. It is highly compatible and suitable for a broad range of coatings.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Slip & flow & release

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Radiation curing systems
Solventborne
Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Flow Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • suitable for waterborne, solventborne, and UV coatings
  • recoatable
  • highly compatible

Technical data

active matter content
100
appearance
clear liquid (becomes hazy and thickens at temperatures below 18°C, returns to clear and pourable after warming)
chemical description
polyether siloxane polymer

Properties

Anti-crater effect
3/5
Flow promotion
5/5
Slip effect
2/5
Anti-blocking
0/5
Low foam
1/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.1 - 0.5 %.

Processing instructions

Easy to incorporate.

Addition to the coating as supplied or as a predilution is possible.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 48 months from the date of manufacture.