Waterborne epoxy dispersion offering low VOC and improved environmental compliance.
Excellent compatibility with amine curing agents for robust crosslinking in ambient or heat-cured systems.
Good hydrolytic stability and storage stability at room temperature (up to 12 months in sealed container).
High solids content enabling efficient film build with reduced water usage and faster drying.
Superior adhesion to steel, aluminum, and concrete substrates without mandatory primer.
Industrial maintenance coatings for offshore and marine infrastructure.
Heavy-duty protective coatings for chemical processing equipment and tanks.
Water-based epoxy primers and intermediate coats in automotive and rail OEM applications.
Concrete floor coatings requiring low odor, fast return-to-service, and chemical resistance.
Two-component waterborne epoxy systems for corrosion protection in infrastructure projects.
| Chemical Type | Bisphenol-A based waterborne epoxy dispersion |
| Product Form | Liquid dispersion |
| Appearance | Opaque white to off-white liquid |
| Non-Volatile Content (wt%) | 56 ± 1 % |
| pH (at 25 °C) | 7.0 – 8.5 |
| Viscosity (mPa·s, Brookfield RVT, #3 spindle, 20 rpm) | 300 – 800 |
| Density (g/cm³, 25 °C) | 1.05 – 1.10 |
| Particle Size (D50, nm) | 150 – 300 |
Q1: What is the primary application area for BECKOPOX EP 385w 56WA?
A: BECKOPOX EP 385w 56WA is a waterborne epoxy resin specifically designed for high-performance industrial coatings, including protective primers and intermediate coats for metal substrates, where low VOC content and good compatibility with amine-based curing agents are required.
Q2: How does this resin differ from solvent-borne epoxy resins?
A: Unlike traditional solvent-borne systems, BECKOPOX EP 385w 56WA is supplied as a stable aqueous dispersion, enabling formulators to significantly reduce volatile organic compound emissions while maintaining good film formation, adhesion, and chemical resistance after curing.
Q3: Is BECKOPOX EP 385w 56WA compatible with standard amine hardeners?
A: Yes, it is formulated to be compatible with common water-dispersible or water-soluble polyamine hardeners, though optimal performance requires careful selection of the hardener type and adjustment of mixing ratios, pH, and pot life considerations during formulation.
Q4: Can this resin be used in food-contact coating applications?
A: BECKOPOX EP 385w 56WA is not pre-qualified for direct food-contact use. Formulators intending such applications must conduct full regulatory evaluation—including migration testing and compliance verification—based on the final cured coating system and applicable regional requirements.
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