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Highly stable anodized aluminum pigment with excellent lightfastness and weather resistance.
Engineered for superior orientation and metallic effect in solvent-based and high-solid coatings.
Low dust formulation ensures improved handling safety and reduced airborne particulate risk.
Consistent particle size distribution enables uniform color development and batch-to-batch reproducibility.
Compatible with common resin systems including acrylics, polyurethanes, and alkyds.
Automotive OEM and refinish coatings requiring premium metallic appearance.
Industrial maintenance coatings for machinery, agricultural equipment, and structural steel.
Architectural aluminum extrusion and coil coatings for façade and roofing applications.
Plastic masterbatches for automotive interior trims and consumer electronics housings.
Specialty printing inks for decorative metalized packaging and security applications.
| Chemical Type | Anodized Aluminum Flake Pigment |
| Product Form | Dry powder |
| Appearance | Greyish-silver metallic powder |
| Primary Applications | Metallic effect coatings, inks, and plastics |
| Key Features | High reflectivity, good leafing behavior, low oil absorption |
| Recommended Dispersing Media | Aliphatic hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and aromatic solvents |
| Storage Conditions | Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated area; avoid moisture and direct sunlight |
| Handling Precautions | Use appropriate PPE; avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes/skin |
Q1: What is the primary application of Clariant Anodal WT-1 Pigment?
A: Clariant Anodal WT-1 Pigment is specifically developed for use in anodized aluminum coloring applications, where it delivers stable, lightfast, and chemically resistant black to dark grey hues through electrolytic deposition into the porous oxide layer.
Q2: Is Anodal WT-1 compatible with standard sulfuric acid anodizing processes?
A: Yes — Anodal WT-1 is formulated for compatibility with conventional sulfuric acid-based anodizing baths (e.g., 15–20% v/v H₂SO₄) operating at typical temperatures (18–22 °C) and current densities (1.0–1.6 A/dm²), without requiring major bath modifications.
Q3: How is dosage typically controlled during the anodizing process?
A: Dosage is adjusted via continuous or batch addition to maintain optimal pigment concentration in the electrolyte; typical working concentrations generally range from 0.1% to 2% by weight, depending on desired shade depth, oxide layer thickness, and process parameters.
Q4: Does Anodal WT-1 require post-anodizing sealing?
A: Yes — like most electrolytically deposited pigments, Anodal WT-1 requires a standard hot water or nickel acetate sealing step to ensure maximum lightfastness, corrosion resistance, and abrasion durability of the colored oxide layer.
Q5: Can Anodal WT-1 be used in combination with other anodal dyes or pigments?
A: It can be co-deposited or sequentially applied with select complementary anodal pigments to achieve custom shades, though compatibility testing under actual process conditions is recommended to avoid interference with deposition efficiency or color uniformity.
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