NACURE 4054
NACURE 4054 is a hydrophobic alkyl acid phosphate catalyst supplied at 50% active in isobutanol. It is a weak
acid catalyst recommended for use with high -NH/polymeric melamines and phenolic crosslinkers.
ADVANTAGES:
Excellent solubility
Good package stability
Good adhesion and salt spray resistance
Excellent water resistance compared to other phosphate catalysts
TYPICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance: Clear, straw liquid
% Active: 50
Acid value: 160
Weight per gallon, 25°C: 7.5 lbs.
Volatile: Isobutanol
SOLUBILITY:
Soluble in alcohols, glycol ethers, glycols, esters, ketones and aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons. Insoluble in water.
APPLICATIONS:
Particularly effective with polymeric melamines for;
Appliance finishes
Automotive topcoats and primers
General industrials
Wood coatings
TYPICAL USAGE LEVELS:
0.5 to 3.0% as supplied on total resin solids.