DOWSILTM 62LV Additive 

Defoamer for inks and coatings applications

Features &  Benefits

• Provides highly effective and long-lasting foam control 

• Readily dispersible in water -based inks and coatings 

• Good compatibility with low tendency to cause defects 

• Very low tendency to affect coating gloss

Composition

• Water based silicone antifoam

Applications

• DOWSILTM 62LV Additive has been successfully evaluated and may be  incorporated in inks and coatings applications.

Typical properties 

These are typical values not intended for use in preparing specifications.

How to Use

DOWSILTM 62LV Additive is effective at low concentrations. The amount required depends  on type of formulation, the solvent it contains, resin system and total systems solids.  DOWSILTM 62LV Additive is generally effective at concentrations ranging from 0.5 to 2.0  weight percent, or as low as 0.05 to 0.1 weight percent, based upon total formulation. This  additive can be added during the grind or let-down or can be post-added. Characteristics  may vary when used with different systems and formulations. DOWSILTM 62LV Additive is  compatible with acrylic and polyurethane systems. Thorough preproduction testing is  necessary to ensure expected performance. DOWSILTM 62LV Additive must be mixed prior to use.

Usable Life and  Storage

When stored between 0 and 40°C, DOWSILTM 62LV Additive has a shelf life of 18 months  from the date of manufacture. Refer to product packaging for expiry date.