German technical background  VOK®-AP 993 wax auxiliary

VOK®-AP 993 Micronized amide wax for improved degassing of powder coatings (synergistic synergistic for benzoin degassing). Product Information 

Chemical composition 

Micronized amide wax 

Typical physical and chemical data The data given on this data page is only typical values, not technical indicators of the product. 

Melting point: 145 °c 

Particle size distribution (laser diffraction, volume distribution): D50: 13 μm D90: 31 μm 

Purchase form: micronized 

 Storage and transportation 

Temperature sensitive. Must be stored and transported at temperatures below 50 °C. 

Application areas 

Powder coating 

Product features and benefits 

The additive improves deaeration, pigment wettability and charge charge during powder coating processing. The additive also has a matting effect. 

Recommended dosage 

0.5-2% additive dosage (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. 

Addition method and processing guidance The additive should be mixed with all components such as resin, curing agent, pigment and other additives using a high-speed dispersing machine, and then all extruded and discharged.