Toynol® Foamic-3062 Silicone Defoamer for Waterborne Systems
Toynol® Foamic 3062 High-Efficiency Silicone Defoamer for Waterborne Systems
Abstract
Toynol® Foamic 3062 is a high-efficiency silicone defoamer developed to solve foam control challenges in waterborne coatings, printing chemicals and adhesives. Its key functions are rapid foam knockdown and long-lasting foam suppression, helping reduce surface defects such as pinholes and cratering. Compared with conventional solutions, it offers significant defoaming efficiency (defoaming test score up to 4-5) and long foam suppression time (suppression test score up to 4-5), and it is APEO-free and environmentally compliant, making it a suitable option for foam control in waterborne industrial formulations.
Core Product Information
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Model | Foamic 3062 |
| Chemical type | Mixture of polydimethylsilane, polydimethylsiloxane polyoxyethylene ether and special hydrophobic substances |
| Appearance (25 °C) | Light yellow to yellow milky liquid |
| Active Matter (wt.%) | 45 |
| Water solubility | Dispersible in water |
Key Performance Indicators
| Performance | Specification/Result |
|---|---|
| Defoaming performance | Eliminates foam within 30-60 seconds (score 4) |
| Foam suppression | Suppression time 10-30 minutes (score 4) |
| Surface compatibility | Does not cause pinholes, cratering or other surface defects |
| Environmental properties | APEO-free |
Main Features and Advantages
- High-efficiency defoaming: Rapidly eliminates existing foam, with significant effect visible within 30-60 seconds.
- Long-lasting foam suppression: Suppresses foam regeneration over the long term, with suppression time up to 10-30 minutes.
- Good compatibility: Compatible with waterborne systems without affecting product surface condition.
- Environmentally safe: APEO-free, compliant with environmental regulations.
Recommended Application Fields
- Waterborne industrial coatings: Suitable for architectural coatings, industrial protective coatings and other waterborne systems, effectively controlling foam during production and application and helping reduce film surface defects.
- Printing chemicals: Used in waterborne inks and printing additives to prevent foam interference during printing and ensure print quality.
- Adhesives: Used in waterborne adhesive production to avoid foam during mixing and filling that would affect product performance and appearance.
- Emulsion polymerization: As a defoamer during polymerization to control foam in the reaction system and ensure smooth polymerization.
- Textile processing: Used in waterborne systems for textile dyeing and finishing to eliminate foam and improve treatment results.
- Water treatment: As a defoamer in industrial water treatment to prevent foam from affecting treatment results.
Usage and Recommended Dosage
Addition timing: Can be added at any stage of waterborne product production.
Pretreatment: If the defoamer solidifies or separates, restore it to room temperature and mix well before use.
Notes: Pre-dilution is not recommended, as it may affect defoaming performance; stir thoroughly after addition to ensure uniform dispersion.
Recommended dosage: Generally 0.2%-1.0% of the total system; the specific dosage should be determined by dosage screening.
Safety and Storage
- Safety notes: Wear appropriate protective equipment (such as safety goggles and gloves) during handling. In case of skin contact, wash with water and soap; in case of eye contact, flush immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention.
- Storage: Store sealed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks and open flames.
- Packaging: 25 kg drums, 200 kg drums.
- Shelf life: 24 months from the date of manufacture under the specified storage conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Foamic 3062 need to be added at a specific process stage?
A: This product can be added at any stage of waterborne production and offers good flexibility. For best results, add it in advance at foam-prone stages (e.g., high-speed mixing, after adding surfactants) and ensure full dispersion.
Q: If the defoamer separates or solidifies, how should I handle it? Does it affect performance?
A: Separation or solidification is a common physical phenomenon for this type of product and does not affect chemical performance. Before use, simply melt it at room temperature and stir well to restore it. Do not dilute, as this may reduce defoaming efficiency.
Q: How do I determine the most suitable addition level via experiment?
A: Start from the lower end of the recommended range (0.2%-1.0%) and run a dosage screening. For example, prepare samples at 0.2%, 0.5% and 0.8%, evaluate them by defoaming and foam-suppression tests (referring to the methods in the document), and select the most economical dosage that meets defoaming requirements.
Q: Can this product be used in systems with very stringent surface requirements (e.g., high-end decorative coatings)?
A: Yes. Foamic 3062 is specially designed to defoam effectively while helping avoid surface defects such as pinholes and cratering. However, a small-scale test before use is recommended to confirm compatibility with your specific system.
Contact Us
- If you need free samples, detailed Technical Data Sheets (TDS) or Safety Data Sheets (SDS), or have any technical questions, please contact us at any time:
- Company: Tianjin Hi-Perferal Advanced Materials Co., Ltd.
- Address: No. 2-1, Zhenghua Road, Caozili, Wuqing District, Tianjin
- Technical service hotline: 022-82910362
- Website: www.surfychem.com