OptiGloss XD_Layout 1.qxd - Imerys Performance Minerals

OptiGloss XD
™
Universal extender for high gloss paints
THE APPLICATION OF MINERAL SCIENCE
The new OptiGloss
™
XD
ultrafine hydrous
kaolin extender from Imerys allows the paint
manufacturer to significantly reduce the raw
material cost of high gloss paints.
OptiGloss™
£
REDUCES TOTAL RAW MATERIAL COSTS
£
MAINTAINS HIGH GLOSS LEVELS
£
SUITABLE FOR BOTH SOLVENT AND
WATER-BASED PAINTS
It can be used universally to extend both solvent-
£
EXTENDS RESIN
£
ADDITIONAL TIO2 EXTENSION IN
and water-based systems, while maintaining key
properties such as gloss at a high level.
AQUEOUS SYSTEMS
£
HIGH BRIGHTNESS, LOW YELLOWNESS
OptiGloss XD
™
is a natural china clay product with low carbon footprint
Due to its universal application, OptiGloss™ XD provides
cost savings in both solvent- and water-based paints
through binder reduction. Additional savings are possible
in water-based coatings through titanium dioxide
extension, as OptiGloss™ XD enhances TiO2 efficiency
through improved spacing.
Contact Imerys for further information on how to optimise
your high gloss paints with our OptiGloss™ XD range of
extenders.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Grade
OptiGloss™ XD
Brightness
(ISO R457)
Mean Particle
Size microns
(sedigraph)
Specific Gravity
89
0.20
2.6
Oil Absorption
Hegman value
(g/100g)
maximum, microns
40
PMFE/PC019 - First Edition - 02/14 |
All technical data is provided for information only. It does not constitute a specification. Specifications are available on request.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
t: +44 (0)1726 818000 | f: +44 (0)1726 811200 | e: [email protected]
www.imerys-perfmins.com
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