Medium-oil alkyd resin offering balanced drying speed and film hardness.
Excellent compatibility with common solvents, vinyls, and other alkyd resins.
Provides good gloss retention and weather resistance in decorative coatings.
Formulated for low VOC compliance in solvent-borne architectural and industrial finishes.
Delivers superior brushability and flow/leveling performance in maintenance coatings.
General-purpose solvent-borne decorative paints for interior and exterior use.
Industrial maintenance coatings for metal structures and equipment.
Wood finishing systems including primers and topcoats for furniture and joinery.
Undercoat formulations requiring sandability and intercoat adhesion.
Repair and touch-up coatings for OEM and aftermarket applications.
| Chemical Type | Medium-oil modified alkyd resin |
| Product Form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid |
| Solvent | Xylene / aromatic hydrocarbon blend |
| Non-Volatile Content (wt%) | ~50–52% |
| Viscosity (25°C, mPa·s) | 800–1,200 |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | 6–10 |
| Primary Applications | Decorative and industrial solvent-borne coatings |
Q1: What is the primary application area for SETAL 196 XX-65?
A: SETAL 196 XX-65 is a medium-oil alkyd resin designed primarily for solventborne industrial maintenance and protective coatings, including general-purpose enamels, primers, and topcoats where balanced drying performance, gloss retention, and substrate adhesion are required.
Q2: Is SETAL 196 XX-65 compatible with common crosslinkers used in industrial coatings?
A: Yes — it is fully compatible with melamine-formaldehyde resins and isothermal curing agents, as well as conventional cobalt- or manganese-based driers. It can also be blended with acrylic or polyester resins to modify film properties, though compatibility testing is recommended for specific formulations.
Q3: How does SETAL 196 XX-65 perform in terms of drying behavior and film formation?
A: It offers good through-dry and surface-dry balance under ambient and forced-dry conditions, supporting efficient production throughput. The resin forms flexible, durable films with moderate hardness development and acceptable resistance to humidity and light exposure during early cure stages.
Q4: Can SETAL 196 XX-65 be used in high-solids coating systems?
A: Yes — its viscosity profile and solubility in common aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons make it suitable for high-solids formulations, typically ranging from 60% to 75% non-volatile content, depending on solvent selection and target application viscosity.
Q5: What are key handling and storage recommendations for this resin?
A: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and ignition sources. Avoid prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures or moisture, which may affect viscosity stability or promote gelation over time.
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