RHEOLATE® 1

RHEOLATE® 1 by Elementis is an alkali-swellable acrylic rheology modifier solution. It is an economical and versatile product. It offers high thickening efficiency in the medium-shear range and very good pigment suspension properties.

• It improves freeze/thaw stability and corrosion resistance.
• It maintains gloss levels and provides very good rheology and anti-settling properties.
• It offers enzyme resistance, prevents viscosity loss, and effectively re-thickens enzyme-spoiled paint.
• It is compatible with clay-based thickeners, as well as cellulosic and urethane associative thickeners.
• It is easily incorporated, reduces paint preparation time, and eliminates the need to handle viscous liquids.
• RHEOLATE® 1 is suitable for a wide range of applications, including gloss, matt, and semi-gloss latex paints, as well as industrial coatings.
• It is compatible with water-borne systems such as acrylic latex, styrene-acrylic latex, vinyl-acrylic latex, vinyl chloride latex, water-reducible polyester, water-reducible epoxy, and inks.
• Recommended dosage level is 0.3-1%.
• It has a shelf life of 2 years.