LAVIOTHIX P0

LAVIOTHIX® P0 Rheological Additive for Water Borne System

General information LAVIOTHIX® P0 is a thickening and antisettling agent based on a selected purified and activated white bentonite clay with a high montmorillonite content. LAVIOTHIX® P0 is a tixotropic antisettling absorbing additives rheological controller specific for water borne formulations that forms non-transparent gel.

Chemical- physical properties

Composition: Purified smectite (98% montmorillonite)
Physical form: White fine powder
Bulk Density: 0.7-0.8 g/ml
Dry residue: Max 3% > 325 mesh (45 µm)
Moisture: 9-11%

Applications

Adhesives
Emulsion paints
Bituminous emulsion
Latex paints

Properties LAVIOTHIX® P0 is a rheological and thixotropical additive that gives stability and viscosity control, adhesion control, and enhances texturing and stippling effects. It can be incorporated as powder or as an aqueous 3-4 wt% pregel. LAVIOTHIX® P0 is stable in a wide pH range 5-12.

Incorporation LAVIOTHIX® P0 will hydrate when added to water. To obtain maximum hydration and optimum performance in the shortest time, follow these incorporation procedures:

Slowly add LAVIOTHIX® and increase shear rate to the maximum amount which may be tolerated in the mixing container. Incorporates more quickly in warm water. However, do not allow water temperature to rise above 50° C prior to full hydration. Once hydration has occurred, there is no temperature limitation for LAVIOTHIX®.
Continue to disperse until a constant viscosity is reached (15-30 min).
Add other formula ingredients in the appropriate order.

Recommendation The viscosity of the slurry could rise during time after the preparation; it’s better to measure viscosity the day after.

Dosage Typical addition levels are 0.5% - 5.0% of LAVIOTHIX® P0 by weight of total formulation. The addition levels depend on the degree of suspension, the rheological properties, or viscosity required.

Storage stability and packing Product does not deteriorate in a significant way in a 12 months period. Storage is advisable in a dry sheltered place in closed bags. Packing is 25 kg net in paper bags.

Rev 1 July 2012

Information given in this bulletin is based on the state of our knowledge at the date of publication and are believed to be accurate but do not constitute any engagement or warranty from our part. Buyers and users should make their own assessments under their own conditions and for their own requirements. Information may be changed without any notice. For mandatory characteristics and performance please refer to our Sale Specifications.