Michem® Lube 160 PFP

Michem Lube Family Overview

Michem® Lube is a versatile family of nanoscale wax emulsions, which are mostly carnauba and paraffin-based, used to improve processing and performance in many industries, as well as provide a wide array of surface properties. Learn more about Michem Lube »

Usage

This phenol-free additive provides slip and anti-block properties when used in coatings for seeds, metal, wood and OPP films.

Performance Attributes

This product is used in many applications including the following:

ApplicationProperties Imparted
Building Paintsblock resistance, mar resistance, release, scratch resistance, lubricity
Can & Coillubricity
Exterior Wood Protectionblock resistance, mar resistance, release, scratch resistance, lubricity
Furniture Polishblock resistance, buffability
Leatherblock resistance, mar resistance, release, scratch resistance, buffability, lubricity
Automotive Caregloss enhancement, mar resistance, buffability, lubricity, APEO free
Overprint Varnishesblock resistance, mar resistance, release, scratch resistance, buffability, lubricity
OEM Applied Wood Protectionblock resistance, mar resistance, release, scratch resistance, buffability, lubricity
Functional Coatingsblock resistance, mar resistance, release, scratch resistance, buffability, lubricity

Physical Properties

AppearanceCream colored, opaque liquid
pH4.0 – 7.5
Emulsifier ChargeAnionic
Percent Non-Volatile24.5% – 25.5%
Recommended pH Range1.0 – 12.0
Brookfield Viscosity Range< 15
Spindle Number1
RPM60

These physical properties are typical but should not be considered specifications.

Additional Information

Description: Anionic carnauba emulsion

Handling: Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep from freezing

Shelf Life: 12 Months

Technical Data Sheet: Click here to download a Technical Data Sheet PDF for Michem® Lube 160 PFP

Site(s) of Manufacture (and Product Code):

Cincinnati, OH, USA (ML160PFP)

Aubange, Belgium (ML160PFP.E)

Tuas, Singapore (ML160PFP.S)