TRM-104 Rheology Modifier

TRM-104 is compatible with acrylic, styrene-acrylic and vinyl-acrylic latexes, and can be used in interior and exterior paints, and provides alkyd-like flow and leveling, film formation, water resistance, excellent spatter resistance, high gloss development and high mid-shear   range (KU viscosity) thickening efficiency. TRM-104 is a product of APEO and OrganoTin free.  

Typical Properties [1]

Chemical type   …………………….…… Nonionic HEUR

Appearance   …………………….…………...…Hazy liquid

Solids, weight %   …………………………………………   40

Carrier   …………………………….   Butyl Carbitol/Water

As supplied viscosity, cP   ……………… 7000 - 15000

Density, lb/gallon   …………………………………8.6 - 8.8

[1] Data presented above are typical values and should not be construed as specifications.

Features and Benefits

Good in-can appearance, high mid-shear viscosity (KU) efficiency

APEO and OrganoTin free

Improves flow and leveling

Uniform film formation and excellent spatter resistance

Excellent hiding for roller and brush application, and full gloss development

Excellent water and alkali resistant

Bio-stable and resistant to microbial attack

Better cost effectiveness

pH independent

Applications

TRM-104 can be used in a variety of latex paint formulations, and is compatible with other rheology modifiers. When used in low-PVC latex paints made with small particle size hydrophobic acrylic and styrene/acrylic binders, TRM-104 is particularly suited in combination with a high shear ICI viscosity builder such as TRM-003 and TRM-004 to increase high-shear viscosity in flat through gloss formulations. TRM-104 can be a sole thickener when used in latex paints based on large particle size vinyl-acrylic binders.   

Dosage and Incorporation

Typical use levels can vary from 0.3 to 0.8% of paint, depending on the system being thickened and the rheological performance desired. TRM-104 is typically added to the letdown. However, in cases where there is limited agitation at this stage, TRM-104 can be added to the letdown before the latex. When TRM-003 or TRM-004 and TRM-104 are used together in small particle latex paints, TRM-003/004 should be added first. In large particle size vinyl-acrylic latex paints, TRM-104 should be added to the letdown before the latex during the paint manufacturing process.

Product Handling, Safety and Storage

Read and understand Trimer Chemical Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before using this product. Trimer Chemical Company sends SDS with shipment of all of our products. The SDS contain pertinent information that you may need to protect your employees and customers against any known health or safety hazards associated with our products.

Subject to appropriate storage under the usual storage and temperature conditions, this product is durable for 24 months.