Additive

AEROSIL® R 202

AEROSIL® R 202 is a fumed silica after-treated with polydimethylsiloxane.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Rheology control

Sustainability

Contains no biocide

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Solventborne
Solventfree

Manufacturer

AEROSIL Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • excellent rheology effect
  • especially recommened for 2-pack epoxy resins
  • improves corrosion resistance

Technical data

carbon content
3.5 - 5.0 %
loss on drying
<0.5 %
pH-value
4.0 - 6.0
SiO2 content
>99.8 %
specific surface area (BET)
80 - 120 m²/g
tamped density
Approx 60 g/l

Properties

Anti-settling
5/5
Anti-sagging
5/5
Corrosion resistance
5/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 1.0 - 2.0 %.

Processing instructions

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

Compatibility of PMDS treated product should be tested in the coating.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture. We recommend to store the product in closed containers under dry conditions and to protect the material from volatile substances.