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- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Chemical Group
- Product Line: Elvacite™ Specialty Acrylic Resins
- Product: Elvacite™ Methacrylate Copolymers
- Industries: Adhesives
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
Elvacite™ MB-2588
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Elvacite™ MB-2588 is a modified version of Elvacite™ BR-106 that provides increased adhesion and toughness to various paint, coating, adhesive, and ink formulations. It has a high molecular weight of 120,000 and an intermediate glass transition temperature of 49°C.
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Specifications
Non-Volatiles, %: 99.0
Clarity: Clear in Toluene with 50% Solids
Gardner color: 1
Gardner Viscosity @ 25°C: V–Z1 @ 50% Solids in Toluene
Glass Transition Temp, onset (measured): 49°C
Molecular Weight (Mw): 120,000
Acid Number (mg KOH/g Resin): 16
MFI (g/10min.): 19 @ 190°C
Primary Chemistry:
Acrylic
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Overview
Elvacite™ MB-2588 is a high molecular weight butyl methacrylic resin designed for coatings and inks requiring excellent adhesion, durability, and resistance to weather, UV, chemicals, and moisture. Its superior film forming and adhesion properties allow for application on a wide range of substrates, forming a flexible, soft coating on surfaces. Elvacite™ MB-2588 is available as a solid, free flowing spherical bead form that easily dissolves in weak solvents with rapid dissolution.
Features & Benefits
- Thermoplastic butyl methacrylic resin Solid bead resin High molecular weight Low pigment reactivity High gloss Good chemical and moisture resistance Provides resistance to UV, heat, and weather Imparts high film flexibility Soluble in weak solvents Non-dusting Rapid dissolution Narrow molecular weight distribution
Problems Solved
Poor resistance of resins to UV and heat causing damage or discoloration Poor abrasion resistance of resins Dissolution or deterioration of resin film upon exposure to chemicals or moisture Resin incompatibility with pigments Low gloss resins
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Metal lacquers Flexible coating resins
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