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Elvacite® 2046
Elvacite® 2046 is an acrylic, solid-bead resin used as a binder and film former in ceramic coatings, aluminum finishes, printing inks, and adhesives.
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- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Chemical Group
- Product Line: Elvacite® Specialty Acrylic Resins
- Product: Elvacite® Butyl Methacrylate Resins
- Industries: Adhesives | Coatings
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
Elvacite® 2046 is an iso-butyl methacrylate/n-butyl methacrylate copolymer resin with a high molecular weight and a relatively low glass transition temperature of 35°C. Elvacite® 2046 is commonly used in solvent-based formulations to form films that adhere well to smooth substrates, such as plastics and aluminum. Because of this, it is typically used in applications such as adhesives, inks, and coatings for flexible packaging, where it imparts a good balance of toughness and flexibility. Elvacite® 2046 also has good chemical resistance, preventing substrate attack from dilute acids and alkalis, moisture, chemical fumes, and corrosive environments.
The Elvacite® 2046 acrylic resin is soluble in low-cost hydrocarbons and alcohols and can be used with thinners, such as mineral spirits and VM&P naphtha. Elvacite® 2046 is also an ideal resin to formulate ceramic coatings.
Specifications
Appearance: Solid bead
Specific gravity (at 25°C): 1.08
Glass transition temp, onset (°C): 35
Molecular weight (Da): 165,000
Acid number: 0
Tukon hardness, Knoops No.: 4
Tensile strength (psi): 2,100
Elongation at break (23°C, 50% R.H., %): 175
Inherent viscosity: 0.50–0.57
Moisture (% max): 0.4
Primary Chemistry: iso-butyl/n-butyl methacrylate
Features & Benefits
Dissolves at room temperature
Excellent flexibility
Good durability
Chemically resistant
Great weathering resistance
Improved adhesion to a variety of substrates
Problems Solved
Low green strength of adhesives
Adhesion failure and cracking occurs when substrates flex
Applications
Aluminum finishes
Packaging adhesives
Ceramic coatings
Printing inks
Aerosol snow
Structural adhesives and sealants
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