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Elvacite® 4343
Elvacite® 4343 is a medium molecular weight methacrylate polymer that is used as a film former and binder in specialty inks & coatings formulations.
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- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Chemical Group
- Product Line: Elvacite® Specialty Acrylic Resins
- Product: Elvacite® Methacrylate Copolymers
- Industries: Adhesives | Coatings | Inks
- Authorized Countries: United States
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Overview
Elvacite® 4343 is a thermoplastic acrylic resin that is used primarily in coatings and inks as a film former and binder.
It is available as a solid bead that is soluble in a variety of solvents including ketones, toluene, and esters.
Solutions of Elvacite® 4343 will form a clear film that has excellent resistance to chemicals, abrasion, and UV.
Specifications
Appearance: Solid beads
Weight % non-volatile: >99.0
Glass transition temp, onset: 50-60°C
Molecular weight: 50,000
Clarity: Clear (40% solids in toluene)
Solid acid number: 6 - 8 mg KOH/g
Brookfield viscosity (cP) @ 25°C: 200 - 300
Primary Chemistry: Methacrylate
Features & Benefits
- Dissolves at room temperature.
- Forms clear, abrasion resistant films.
Problems Solved
Yellowing of inks and coatings caused by exposure to heat and UV
Poor film clarity due to incompatibility of resin and solvent
Difficulties dissolving resin at ambient temperatures
Applications
Solvent Based Coatings & Inks
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