Zonyl FSO PDF
Zonyl FSO PDF
Zonyl FSO PDF
FLUOROSURfACTANT
Description
Zonyl FSO is a sparingly water-soluble, ethoxylated nonionic uorosurfactant that gives exceptional low aqueous surface tensions at concentrations as low as 0.002% (20 ppm). Zonyl FSO is soluble to at least 2% in many organic solvents. Zonyl FSO is a particularly effective additive to adhesives, paints, and coatings for providing external lubricity. The diffusibility of Zonyl FSO from the bulk to the surfaces of caulks, paints, and coatings provides superior weatherability, resistance to soiling, and UV stability. Zonyl FSO is stable in acidic, basic, and hard water environments.
Applications
Graphic Arts
Pigment compatibility in inks, improved cylinder life in print equipment, and better print denition.
Use Levels
Zonyl FSO is typically effective at 0.005 to 0.2% by weight in most applications. Mix product to assure it is homogeneous prior to use.
Foaming/Defoaming
Effective defoamer but not effective as a foamer Ross Miles Foam Volume, mL at 41C (106F) at 0.2% product
Polymers
Internal lubricant, reduced plasticizer migration, coupling agent for llers, UV resistance, antisoilant.
Adhesives
Tackier modication, improved wetting, compatible with most aqueous- or solvent-based adhesives, platinum cure, UV cure and carbamate release systems. Provides good release and peel adhesion.
Initial
10 min
DI Water
74 63
300 ppm Ca
35 24
pH
6<pH<8
Wetting
Highly effective
Stability
Stable to freezing. Not classed as hazardous or flammable by DOT Chemical stability: 2<pH<12 Performance stability: 2<pH<12 Shelf life: 5 yr
Compatibility
Widely effective in solutions with high or low pH and high or low hard ion (polyvalent cation) concentrations.
Availability
2-oz samples: 8-, 40- and 400-lb containers
Product Properties
Appearance
Light brown liquid. Melt completely, and mix thoroughly to ensure representative sampling.
Ionic Character
Nonionic
Molecular Weight
~725
Composition
50% uorosurfactant, 25% ethylene glycol, and 25% water
Flash Point
Not ammable
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