Wetting penetrant WE 3130 is a specialized chemical additive with several notable characteristics and applications:

Wetting Performance:

It has excellent wetting ability. This means it can rapidly spread and evenly cover the surface of a substrate, significantly reducing the surface tension of the liquid it is added to. This property is crucial in various industrial processes where complete and uniform wetting of the material is essential for the subsequent steps to be effective, such as in coating, printing, and adhesion processes.

It offers outstanding reduction of dynamic surface tension. This allows the penetrant to adapt quickly to different surface conditions and maintain a stable wetting effect even in dynamic or challenging environments, ensuring consistent performance.

Low Foaming Property: One of the significant advantages of WE 3130 is its low foaming tendency. In many applications where excessive foaming can cause problems such as interference with the process, inaccurate measurements, or affecting the quality of the final product, this low foaming characteristic is highly beneficial. It enables a smooth and efficient operation without the need for additional defoaming agents or complex defoaming processes.

Sustainable Features: It is partly based on renewable raw materials, which is an important aspect in today's focus on sustainable chemistry. This not only reduces the dependence on non-renewable resources but also contributes to a more environmentally friendly and sustainable industrial production.

Applications:

In the paint and coatings industry, WE 3130 is used to enhance the wetting and dispersion of pigments and additives in the paint formulation. This leads to improved coating quality, such as better adhesion, smoothness, and uniformity of the coating film. It also helps to reduce the consumption of pigments and additives by ensuring their efficient dispersion, resulting in cost savings.

For the printing industry, it acts as a highly effective wetting agent in ink formulations. It improves the flow and spreading of ink on the printing substrate, resulting in sharper and more vivid printing results. Additionally, it enhances the stability of the ink, reducing the risk of ink separation or sedimentation during storage and use.

In adhesive formulations, WE 3130 can improve the wetting of the adhesive on the bonding surfaces, thereby increasing the bonding strength and reliability. This is particularly important for bonding various materials with different surface properties, ensuring a strong and durable bond.