BYK-405
Data Sheet
Issue 02/2016
BYK-405
Liquid rheology additive for solvent-borne coating systems to increase the rheological
effectiveness of pyrogenic fumed silica. Incorporation of the fumed silica is made easier,
separation is prevented, and the thixotropic behavior increased or stabilized.
Product Data
Composition
Solution of polyhydroxycarboxylic acid amides
Typical Properties
The values indicated in this data sheet describe typical properties and do not constitute specification limits.
Density (20 °C): 0.93 g/ml
Non-volatile matter (20 min., 150 °C): 52 %
Solvents: Xylene/alkylbenzenes/isobutanol
5/4/1
Flash point: 29 °C
Food Contact Legal Status
For the current food contact legal status, please contact our product safety department or visit www.byk.com
for further information.
Storage and Transportation
Separation or turbidity may occur. Warm to 20-30 °C and mix well. Product efficiency is not affected.
Applications
Coatings Industry
Special Features and Benefits
BYK-405 acts as a wetting and dispersing additive and makes it easy to incorporate pyrogenic fumed silica in the
coating. It increases or stabilizes the thixotropic behavior. The improved rheological effect is particularly noticeable
in clear coatings as the incorporation of the fumed silica does not usually occur at the same high shear forces as
for pigmented systems.
The additive reduces or prevents the separation of pyrogenic fumed silica in the coating.
BYK-405 is specifically designed for solvent-borne coating systems based on polyester, acrylate, and alkyd binders
that contain pyrogenic fumed silica. The fumed silica should be at least partially hydrophilic.
Thixotropic binders gain increased thixotropy when additionally dosed with BYK-405.
BYK-405
Data Sheet
Issue 02/2016
Recommended Levels
20-40 % additive (as supplied) based upon the pyrogenic fumed silica.
The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through
a series of laboratory tests.
Incorporation and Processing Instructions
BYK-405 can be added to the formulation before or after dispersion of the pyrogenic fumed silicas
whilst stirring.
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