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- Manufacturer: Eastman
- Product Line: Eastman Resin Intermediates
- Product: TMPD (Trimethyl Pentanediol)
- Industries: Adhesives | Building & Construction | Coatings | Lubricant Formulation | Metal Processing & Fabrication
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
TMPD Platelets
Solid, white irregularly shaped platelets at room temperature. Also available in molten form for easier handling when heated to 115°F.
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Specifications
Appearance (molten): Clear, clean liquid
Molecular weight: 146.22
Melting point: 46-55°C (114.8-131°F)
Crystallization point: 31°C (88°F)
Flash point: 113°C (235°F)
Boiling point @ 760 mm Hg: 220-235°C (428-455°F)
Specific gravity @ 55°C/15°C: 0.928
CAS: 144-19-4
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Overview
Eastman TMPD platelets is a white, waxy solid used to formulate coatings and unsaturated polyester laminating resins. TMPD™ is ideal for formulating high solids and low VOC coatings.
Features & Benefits
- Very stable in waterborne polyester formulations
- Excellent chemical, stain, and humidity resistance
- Low viscosity and density allowing
- excellent solubility in solvents
- Outstanding corrosion resistance in fiberglass-reinforced plastic applications
Problems Solved
Unstable Waterborne Polyester Systems
Difficult to Handle High Viscosity Glycol Technologies
Inferior Corrosion Resistance in Fiberglass-Plastics
Applications
Used to formulate liquid coatings for metal office furniture, automotive, industrial maintenance, and general metal applications. Other applications include detergent additive, hard surface cleaner, plasticizer intermediate, and synthetic lubricants.
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Building & Construction
Coatings
- Appliances & Machinery Coatings
- Architectural Coatings
- Automotive Refinish
- Concrete Coatings
- Furniture Coatings
- Industrial Coatings
- Metal Coatings
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Adhesives
Coatings
Lubricant Formulation
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