EMULSOGEN LCN 158

EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is a nonionic emulsifier for industrial applications. 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is composed of alkyl polyethylene glycol ether with 15 mole ethylene oxide. 

EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is is readily biodegradable and contains no additional biocides. 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is used as an emulsifier for emulsion polymerization improving the shear, temperature and electrolyte stability of polymer dispersions. 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is also used as a dispersing agent for emulsion paints to improve the scrub resistance.

Nonionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerization, compatibilizer and process aid for waterborne coatings EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is used as a nonionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerization improving the shear, temperature and electrolyte stability of polymer dispersions. 
The recommended usage of EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is 2% active based on monomers.
 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is a low-VOC, APEO/NPEO-free, solvent-free, non-ionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerization and process aid. 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is a compatibilizer for waterborne and solvent-borne high PVC paints and low PVC lacquers. 

EMULSOGEN LCN 158 also acts as a wetting agent for optimized processing time of paints. 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 improves the shear, temperature and electrolyte stability of polymer dispersions. 

In waterborne acrylic lacquers, EMULSOGEN LCN 158 improves tinting strength, reduces rub-out and water absorption. 
This preservative-free, FDA approved & readily biodegradable grade is compatible with solvent-borne alkyd binder system. 

EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is suitable for architectural/decorative coatings. 
The recommended dosage for pure acrylic, styrene-acrylic, vinyl acetate and styrene butadiene is 2%. 
The shelf life of EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is 730 days.

In waterborne and solvent-borne lacquers (low PVC), EMULSOGEN LCN 158 can be used as a compatibilizer to improve tinting strength and to reduce rub-out, water absorption, and haze effects. 
Dosage recommendation (supply form) in waterborne acrylic lacquers is 1.3-1.9% and in solvent-borne alkyd lacquers 0.33-0.66%.

When used during the premixing phase in the production of waterborne emulsion paints (high PVC), EMULSOGEN LCN 158 also acts as a processing aid and helps to reduce the grinding time by faster deagglomeration of TiO2 and fillers. 
This is especially of interest in areas of hard water. 
The general dosage recommendation (supply form) for this purpose is 0.3%.

EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is used as a nonionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerization improving the shear, temperature and electrolyte stability of polymer dispersions. 
The recommended usage is 2% active based on monomers.

Applications of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:
Emulsion polymerization,
Waterborne paints,
Decorative paints.

Uses of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is used as an emulsifiers for emulsion polymerization improving the shear, temperature and electrolyte stability of polymer dispersions. 
Recommended usage: 2 % active based on monomers.

EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is used as a dispersing agent for emulsion paints to improve the scrub resistance.

Other Uses of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:

Performance of EMULSOGEN LCN 158 as emulsifier in emulsion polymerization:
Maintains low viscosity of polymer emulsion at different shear rates
Enhanced electrolyte stability
Improved shelf life (high freeze thaw stability)
Similar polymerization results to APEOs
Dosage level is 2 % based on monomers.

Performance of EMULSOGEN LCN 158 as compatibilizer in water-borne acrylic lacquers (low PVC):
Prevents rub-out effects
Increased tinting strength
Improved wetting of the coated surface  
Good adhesion on polyethylene
Reduced water absorption
Use recommandation: 1.0 - 1.5% active dosage, 1.3 - 1.9% supply dosage

Performance of EMULSOGEN LCN 158 as compatibilizer in solvent-borne alkyd lacquers (low PVC):
Prevents rub-out effects
Increased tinting strength
Reduced haze
Good adhesion on metal and zinc
No impact on storage stability
No yellowing effects
No influence on surface drying and overpaintability performance
No blocking effects
Use recommandation: 0.25 - 0.5% active dosage, 0.33 - 0.66% supply dosage
  
Performance as process aid in the production of water-borne emulsion paints (high PVC):
Reduces the grinding time by faster desagglomeration of TiO2 and fillers in slurries
Less energy consumption and more production capacity
Use recommandation: 0.3% supply dosage

Benefits of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:

The use of EMULSOGEN LCN 158 offers the following advantages:
Low VOC,
Free of alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO),
Readily biodegradable,
Easy to handle (liquid material; soluble in water),
FDA approved.

Properties of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:
Active substance content: about 80% in water

Appearance of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:
at 6°C: white liquid
at 8°C: clear liquid
at 25°C: clear liquid
at 50°C: clear liquid

Density at 25°C (DIN 51757): about 1.06 g/cm³
Viscosity (Brookfield, spindle 1, 20rpm, 20°C): about 230 mPa*s
Flash point (DIN51758): > 140°C 
pH of a 1% aqueous solution: about 6 – 8

Solubility: 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is soluble in water in any ratio to produce a clear solution.

Surface activity: 
c.m.c.: about 5.1 g/l based on active material lowest observed surface tension: about 30 mN/m

Crystallization temperature: 
5°C When frozen, EMULSOGEN LCN 158 needs to be heated up to 40°C for clarification.

Biology: 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 is ready biodegradable and contains no additional biocides.

Physical and Chemical Properties of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:
Form: Liquid 
Colour: almost colourless 
Odour: slight, original odour 
Pourpoint: approx. 5 °C
Boiling point: approx. 270 °C 
Flash point: > 140 °C 
Method: DIN 51758 (closed cup) 
Ignition temperature: not determined 
Oxidizing properties: Not applicable 
Self-ignition temperature: Not applicable 
Lower explosion limit: not determined 
Upper explosion limit: not determined 
Evaporation rate: not determined 
Vapour pressure: < 0,001 hPa 
Density: approx. 1,06 g/cm3 (20 °C) 
Method: DIN 51757
Bulk density: Not applicable 
Vapour density in relation to air: not determined 
Solubility in water: not determined

Other Descriptions of EMULSOGEN LCN 158:

Trade name: 
EMULSOGEN LCN 158 

Industry sector: 
Industrial Performance Chemicals

Type of use:
Emulsion polymerisation

Composition:
Alkyl polyethylene glycol ether with 15 mole ethylene oxide

Product Function:
Nonionic emulsifier
Compatibilizer
Dispersant & Wetting Agent
Emulsifier

Chemical Type:
Fatty alcohol ethoxylates

Chemical Family: 
Diols, Glycols

End Uses: 
Waterborne Coating

Labeling Claims: 
APEO-free, Bio-based, Low VOC

Features: 
Easy Handling, Low Viscosity, Excellent Adhesion

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