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Elvacite® 4048 is a highly compatible, broadly soluble methacrylate polymer that is used as a binder and film former in ceramic printing inks applications.
- Mitsubishi Chemical America
- Elvacite® Specialty Acrylic Resins
- Elvacite® Methacrylate Copolymers
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United States
Product Overview
Elvacite® 4048 is a low molecular weight methacrylate resin.
It is available as a solid, thermoplastic bead that is soluble in aromatics, ketones, esters, glycol ethers, and hydrocarbons. Elvacite® 4048 was designed for use as a binder in ceramic printing ink. It provides the flexibility, pigment wetting, and durability need for printing onto ceramic surfaces. Solutions of Elvacite® 4048 form flexible films with exceptional clarity, durability, and weathering resistance. Elvacite® 4048 is compatible with many common binders and waxes. It can be used as a primary film former in coating applications for a broad range of surfaces.
Product Specifications
Molecular weight: 23,000
Acid number: 8 mb KOH/g
Tg: 37°C
Reduced viscosity: 0.14 - 0.16 dl/g
Acid number: 8 mb KOH/g
Tg: 37°C
Reduced viscosity: 0.14 - 0.16 dl/g
Primary Chemistry: Methyl Methacrylate
Features & Benefits
Wide range of solubility in various solvents.
Good compatibility with many binders and waxes.
Forms flexible films with excellent clarity.
Good compatibility with many binders and waxes.
Forms flexible films with excellent clarity.
Problems Solved
Poor solubility parameters associated with acrylic resins
Cloudy films caused by solvent / resin incompatibility
Cracking and adhesion failure of coatings and inks caused by a lack of flexibility
Cloudy films caused by solvent / resin incompatibility
Cracking and adhesion failure of coatings and inks caused by a lack of flexibility
Applications
Ceramic Inks; Flexographic Inks; Screen Printing Inks; Gravure Inks; Plastic Coatings; Ceramic Coatings; Metal Coatings; Heat Seal Lacquers