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EPOLENE® EE-2 Polymer
EPOLENE® EE-2 is a low–molecular weight polyethylene wax that is an easily blended asphalt modifier that minimally increases viscosity while improving storage stability.
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- Manufacturer: Westlake
- Product Line: EPOLENE® Polymers
- Product: EPOLENE® Emulsifiable Polymers
- Industries: Adhesives | Agriculture | Building & Construction | Coatings
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
EPOLENE® EE-2 is a medium-density, low–molecular weight oxidized polyethylene polymer. It is commonly used as an alternative to EVA and SBS modifiers for asphalt blends. EPOLENE® EE-2 is much simpler to incorporate into asphalt blends than EVA and SBS and provides a minimal viscosity increase, facilitating easier workability. It is compatible with several types of asphalt blends and significantly increases the storage stability of asphalt mixes. The low viscosity and low softening point of EPOLENE® EE-2 also make it useful in coatings based on emulsions, where it, along with other emulsifiable EPOLENE® waxes, contributes to better abrasion resistance and good gloss and hardness.
Specifications
Polymer type: Oxidized polyethylene
Molecular weight: 7,500
Ring and ball softening point, °C (ASTM E 28): 110
Penetration hardness, dmm (ASTM D5): Less than 1
Brookfield viscosity at 125°C, cPs: 1,500
Primary Chemistry:
Oxidized Polyethylene
Features & Benefits
- Facilitates minimal viscosity increase in asphalt blends
- Extends storage stability of asphalt blends
- Highly compatible and easily blended into various asphalt blends
Problems Solved
Poor storage stability of blended asphalt
Rutting of asphalt
Insufficient compaction of asphalt
Damage caused to asphalt by extreme temperature changes
Applications
Asphalt modification
Coatings
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Adhesives
Building & Construction
Coatings
Related Chemistries
Adhesives
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Adhesives
Agriculture
Building & Construction
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