DOWSIL™ 210S Additive

Improve mar/abrasion resistance and anti-blocking performance in more applications

Formulators can now benefit from the advantages of wood coatings in a broader scope of applications thanks to DOWSIL™ 210S Additive. This product enables you to extend the range of formulations to which you can apply the unique capability offered by Dow silicone additives to control slip while improving scratch and abrasion resistance.

DOWSIL™ 210S Additive is a third-generation version of our unique ultra high-molecular-weight silicone dispersion technology, which provides strong reduction in static and dynamic coefficient of friction at very low use levels. However, this additive also enhances compatibility with modern waterborne wood coating binders. This increased compatibility results in a reduced tendency for cratering and—depending on the binder system—less impact on gloss as well as the expansion of the range of formulations in which the unique benefits of Dow silicone additives can be achieved.

Fewer Side Effects

DOWSIL™ 210S Additive is optimized to provide:

• No impact on mechanical properties
• No impact on surface hardness
• No impact on water resistance
  

Kinetic Coefficient of Friction: Clear Waterborne Acrylic Wood Coating

Test Conditions: Nylon probe; normal force = 700 g; probe speed = 2 mm/s; formulation = ROSHIELD™ 3188 Acrylic Emulsion

Mar Resistance: Clear Waterborne Acrylic Wood Coating

Test Conditions: Test Method = ASTM D5178; formulation = ROSHIELD™ 3188 Acrylic Emulsion

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