Paints & Coatings

Please find below our recommended product range for the Paints & Coatings Industry.

Precipitated Silica

ACEMATT^® HK 125

An economical, all-purpose matting agent with a heterogeneous particle distribution.
Average agglomerate particle size: 10.5 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
For pigmented coatings, particularly coil coating systems, and for wood and industrial varnishes. The heterogeneous particle size distribution permits low gloss values at observation angles of 85°.

ACEMATT^® HK 400

An all-purpose, untreated matting agent with a particle size range similar to ACEMATT^® OK 412.
Average agglomerate particle size: 6.3 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
For applications that do not require organic surface treatment.

ACEMATT^® HK 440

A new, highly efficient and untreated matting agent.
Average agglomerate particle size: 14.5 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
Designed specifically for coatings with a low gloss-to-sheen ratio, e.g. coil coating systems, roof coatings and alkyd varnishes.

ACEMATT^® HK 450

An untreated matting agent. 
Average agglomerate particle size: 10.4 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
This highly efficient matting agent is particularly suitable for systems with a low gloss-to-sheen ratio, e.g. coil coatings.

ACEMATT^® HK 460

An untreated matting agent.
Average agglomerate particle size: 7.3 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
High matting efficiency combined with high surface smoothness for universal applicability.

ACEMATT^® OK 412 and ACEMATT® OK 500

Easily dispersible, organically aftertreated all-purpose matting agents.
Average agglomerate particle size: 6.3 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
Ensures high-quality coating film surfaces with outstanding surface smoothness, even in pigmented systems. As a result of its outstanding suspension behavior, it is particularly suitable for clearcoats. ACEMATT^® OK 500 is the recommended alternative for formulations in which ACEMATT^® OK 412 could cause drying delays.

ACEMATT^® OK 412 LC

An easily dispersible, organically aftertreated matting agent with low conductivity.
Average agglomerate particle size: 6.3 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
 The combination of very low conductivity compared to other precipitated silica and organic aftertreatment makes ACEMATT^® OK 412 an outstanding functional extender for use in electrodeposition coatings.

ACEMATT^® OK 520

An easily dispersible, organically aftertreated all-purpose matting agent.
Average agglomerate particle size: 6.5 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
Same array of properties as ACEMATT^® OK 412/ACEMATT^® OK 500. In addition, due to the specific precipitation process, OK 520 delivers higher transparency, particularly in PU coatings. Coating films matted with ACEMATT^® OK 520 feature high chemical resistance.

ACEMATT^® OK 607

An easily dispersible, organically aftertreated matting agent with very low average particle size.
Average agglomerate particle size: 4.4 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
Though generally similar to ACEMATT^® OK 412, the main distinction comes from the very small particle size and resulting extremely high surface smoothness and distinct sheen behavior. Compared to ACEMATT^® OK 412, ACEMATT^® OK 500 and ACEMATT^® OK 520, OK 607 ensures a high gloss value at an 85°observation angle. Destined for thin-layer systems with an outstanding surface finish, OK 607 is also eminently suitable for aqueous coating systems where a larger particle size would otherwise result in a rougher finish. The unique production process ensures a low degree of surface coating, thus maintaining the positive properties of ACEMATT^® OK products while precluding any negative impact on intercoat adhesion.

Fumed Silica

ACEMATT^® TS 100

A thermal, untreated matting agent.
Average agglomerate particle size: 9.5 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
Delivers excellent matting efficiency and transparency. Because of the unique manufacturing process, it is particularly suitable for systems that are difficult to matt, water-borne dispersion coatings and topcoats. ACEMATT^® TS 100 is especially indicated in formulations that require outstanding resistance to household chemicals. Its high purity and resulting low electrical conductivity make TS 100 ideally suited for use in sensitive coating systems. ACEMATT^® TS 100 also improves flow behavior and storage stability of powder coatings.

ACEMATT^® 3300

A new addition to the ACEMATT^® family based on fumed silica.
Average agglomerate particle size: 10 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
Its specific surface treatment delivers improved haptic (texture) properties along with excellent matting efficiency and high transparency. Compared with conventional untreated matting agents based on precipitated silica, coatings matted with ACEMATT^® 3300 show a marked improvement in mar and burnish resistance. Suspension behavior in both solvent and water-based systems is significantly better, and in water-based systems coating systems ACEMATT^®
3300 ensures only minimal absorption of associative thickeners. Very suitable for soft feel coatings.

ACEMATT^® 3200

Thermal, treated matting agent 
Average agglomerate particle size: 9 μm d₅₀ (laser diffraction)
ACEMATT^® 3200 characterized by high matting efficiency, adds value to matted coatings by improving their texture, i. e. by making them feel soft to the touch. Besides high matting efficiency, ACEMATT^® 3200 delivers enhanced soft-feel when combined with soft feel resins.