Data Sheet W209

Issue 02/08

DISPERBYK-115
Wetting and Dispersing Additive for Solvent-Borne Systems and Pigment
Concentrates

Composition

DISPERBYK-115 Solution of a high molecular weight block copolymer with pigment affinic groups

Typical Properties

Amine value Density at 20°C Non-volatile matter Flash point in °C

in mg KOH/g in g/ml in %

25 0,96 52,0 > 24

DISPERBYK-115
Solvents: Xylene/Butylacetate/Methoxypropylacetate 5/1/1

Values indicated in this data sheet describe typical properties and do not constitute specification limits.

Recommended Levels

% additive (as supplied) based upon pigment

inorganic pigments titanium dioxide organic pigments carbon blacks

DISPERBYK-115 10 - 25 2-4 25 - 65 50 - 100

The above recommended use levels are strongly dependent on pigment particle size. Optimal levels may be determined with
a ladder series in the laboratory.

Incorporation and Processing Instructions

Wetting and dispersing additives should be added to the millbase. Only in this way can they achieve their full effectiveness.
The resin and solvents should be pre-mixed: then the additive should be poured in very slowly while stirring. The pigments
should be added after appropriate incorporation of the additive.
BYK-331 (see data sheet S200) should additionally be used in baking systems to improve leveling and to prevent Bénard cells.

Applications

Industrial coatings Wood coatings Architectural coatings Pigmentconcentrates

DISPERBYK-115

  recommended    suitable 
Data Sheet W209
Issue 02/08

Function
This high molecular weight additive deflocculates pigments and provides steric stabilization. It provides a uniform electrical
charge to pigment surfaces thus avoiding possible co-flocculation of pigments that are not equally charged. Due to the small
particle sizes of the deflocculated pigments, higher gloss and color strength are achieved. Additionally, transparency of trans-
parent pigments and hiding power of opaque pigments are increased. This product reduces viscosity, subsequently, leveling is
improved and higher pigment loading is possible.

Special Features and Benefits

DISPERBYK-115 is most suitable for general industrial coatings, high quality architectural paints
DISPERBYK-115 and pigment concentrate formulations. It has a wide compatibility range and reduces the mill base
viscosity.

Special Note
The treatment of some organic pigments can negatively influence the efficiency of this wetting and dispersing additive.
In such cases, tests with the untreated pigment of the same type may be successful.

Storage and Transportation

Separation or turbidity may occur at temperatures below 10°C.

DISPERBYK-115
Warm to 20°C and mix well.

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This data sheet replaces all previous issues - Printed in Germany