Non-Associative Acrylic Thickener / Rheology Modifier for Coatings and Adhesives

Borchi® Gel A LA is a non-associative acrylic thickener. This rheology modifier additive is a solution of anionic acrylic polymers in water that builds viscosity at lower shear rates. It is APEO- and tin-free.

 

Benefits of Non-Associative Thickeners

This polyacrylate-based thickener improves the rheological properties of aqueous coating systems. Borchi® Gel A LA stabilizes water-based resins against coagulation. It provides improved flow and leveling properties for water-based coatings, mainly in high gloss emulsions. It can be used in adhesives and sealants.

This grade is compatible with polyurethane and cellulosic thickeners to develop optimum rheological profiles.

 

Thickener Performance in Wood Care Oils

In a linseed oil emulsion, Borchi® Gel A LA provided enhanced storage stability, particle size distribution, and viscosity.

 

better storage stability and particle size distribution with ASE thickener in linseed oil emulsion

 

Download the waterborne wood stain formulation 

 

Applications

Borchi® Gel A LA is ideal for use in a wide variety of coatings, as well as in adhesives and sealants.

  • Physical Characteristics

    AppearanceClear liquid
    Non-volatile content9 – 11 %
    pHMin. 7
    Density1.05 g/cm3 DIN 51757 (20 °C)
    Viscosity25000 – 60000 mPa.s DIN 53019 (20 °C)
    Solvent(s)Water

  • Features

    • Ready to use, no prior neutralization necessary
    • Improves flow and leveling properties in a wide variety of water-based coatings systems
    • Builds viscosity in the low shear range
    • Stabilization of water-based resin against coagulation (particle size stabilization)
    • Biocide-free, APEO-free and catalyst-free

  • Applications

    • Water-based coating systems
    • Water-based and universal pigment concentrates
    • PUD resin systems for artificial leather
    • Adhesives and sealants

  • Dosage

    • 0.1 – 2.0% on total formulation

    Borchi® Gel A LA can be added directly to the batch as supplied. The exact dosage should be experimentally determined.

  • Storage

    Protect from the effects of weathering and store at temperatures between 5 and 30 °C. Once opened, containers should be resealed immediately after each removal of the product.

  • Safety

    Please refer to our safety data sheet for information relating to product safety.

Registration :

For chemical inventory status, please review section 15 of the current SDS.

Click here to access the SDS portal.

For additional regulatory information, please contact regulatory@milliken.com.

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