German technical background  VOK®-AP 950 wax auxiliary

VOK®-AP 950 modified high-density polyethylene micronized wax for solventborne and solvent-free coating systems, printing inks, powder coatings, improved scratch resistance, softness and matte effect. Particularly suitable for radiation-curing formulation systems. 

Product Information 

Chemical composition 

Modified high-density polyethylene micronized wax. 

Typical materialized data 

The data presented on this data page are typical values only and are not technical indicators of the product. 

Density (20 °C): 0.95 g/ml 

Melting point: 135 °C 

Particle size distribution (laser diffraction, volume distribution): D50: 9 μm D90: 15 μm 

Form of supply: Micronized 

Storage and transportation 

The product is temperature sensitive and must be stored and transported below 50 °C. 

Application areas 

Liquid coatings 

Features and benefits 

The additive improves scratch resistance, produces a softening effect and matte finish. Main application areas - solvent-free and radiation-curing systems. 

Recommended dosage 

1-10% additive (purchased form) is based on total formulation, depending on desired gloss. 

The above recommended addition amount is for reference, and the suitable addition amount needs to be determined by a series of tests. 

Incorporation method and processing guidance 

The additive is best added at a low shear rate at the end of production.

Features and benefits 

The additive increases surface slip and improves friction resistance in solvent-free systems, printing inks and varnishes. 

Recommended dosage 

0.1-0.3% additive (purchased form) is based on total formulation. 

The above recommended addition amount is for reference, and the suitable addition amount needs to be determined by a series of tests. 

Incorporation method and processing guidance 

Additives are best added at a low shear rate at the end of production. 

Powder coating 

Features and Benefits Additives are recommended for matting powder coatings and also improve surface protection. 

Recommended use 

VOK®-AP 950 is recommended for powder coatings of polyester, polyester/epoxy, acrylate, polyurethane and epoxy systems. 

Recommended dosage 

0.5-2% additive (purchased form) is based on total formulation. 

The above recommended addition amount is for reference, and the suitable addition amount needs to be determined by a series of tests. 

Incorporation method and processing guidance 

VOK®-AP 950 should be mixed and stirred with resins, curing agents, pigments and other additives at high speed, and then all extruded and discharged.