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Product description
Polyester acrylate for energy curable systems
Applications
Flexo printing inksOffset printing inksScreen printing inks
NeoRad™ P-50 is recommended as a pigment grinding vehicle for all types of energy curable (ultraviolet light (UV) or electron beam (EB)) printing inks. This polyester acrylate can be used in combination with a wide range of monomers to prepare pigment concentrates using reduced amounts of dispersing agent.The final energy curable printing ink is obtained when the pigment concentrate is combined with the technical varnish to get the desired set of properties.
Form supplied
Liquid
Specification
| Property | Test Condition | Value | Unit | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | < 2 | Gardner | TM-2017 | |
| Viscosity at 23ºC | 1,5 - 2,1 | Pa·s | TM-2013 |
Typical Values
| Property | Test Condition | Value | Unit | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acid value | < 10 | mg KOH/g | TM-2401 | |
| Biobased carbon content | 13 | % | ASTM D6866-20 B | |
| Density at 25ºC | 1,1 | g/cm3 | TM-2160 | |
| Hydroxyl value | 50 - 60 | mg KOH/g | TM-2432 | |
| Odour | Typical | |||
| Theoretical functionality | 4 | C=C | ||
| Theoretical mol mass | 1100 | g/mol |
Storage
The resin should be stored indoors in the original, unopened and undamaged containers in a dry place at storage temperatures 5 - 40°C. Exposure to direct sunlight should be avoided.
Storage time
Covestro represents that the product will meet the specifications or values set forth in section "specifications or characteristic data" above, whatever is applicable, until the expiry date mentioned on the Certificate of Analysis provided that the product is stored in full compliance with the storage conditions set forth in and referenced under section "storage" above and is otherwise handled appropriately. The expiry date is typically 365 days after last quality control unless specified otherwise on the Certificate of Analysis. If the expiry date is met it does not necessarily mean that the product no longer meets specifications or the set values. However, prior to using said product, Covestro recommends to test such a product if it still meets the specifications or the set values. Covestro does not make any representation regarding the product after the expiry date is met and Covestro shall not be responsible or liable in any way for the product failing to meet specifications or the set values after the expiry date is met.
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