Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Dow AU-1166 Acrylic Resin

Dow AU-1166 is a high-solids, water-reducible acrylic resin from Dow’s AU series, engineered for industrial coatings requiring excellent gloss, hardness, and UV resistance. It delivers low VOC, fast drying, and superior substrate adhesion—ideal for metal and plastic finishes. Compatible with amino crosslinkers, it enables durable, weatherable topcoats in automotive and appliance applications.
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  • dow au 1166 acrylic resin_02354f73

Features Of Dow AU-1166 Acrylic Resin

  1. High solids content for reduced VOC emissions and improved coating efficiency.

  2. Excellent UV resistance and long-term gloss retention in exterior applications.

  3. Good compatibility with common crosslinkers including melamine and polyisocyanates.

  4. Superior flow and leveling characteristics for smooth, defect-free film formation.

  5. Enhanced weatherability and color stability under accelerated aging conditions.

Typical Applications Of Dow AU-1166 Acrylic Resin

  1. Automotive OEM clearcoats and basecoats.

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings for metal substrates.

  3. Architectural high-performance façade coatings.

  4. Plastic coatings requiring adhesion and flexibility.

  5. General-purpose high-gloss decorative topcoats.

Specifications Of Dow AU-1166 Acrylic Resin

Chemical TypeAcrylic copolymer resin
Product FormLiquid solution in aromatic hydrocarbon solvent
AppearanceClear, pale yellow liquid
Solids Content (wt%)55 ± 2%
Acid Value (mg KOH/g)8–12
Viscosity (mPa·s, 25°C)1,200–1,800
Weight Average Molecular Weight (Mw)~8,000–12,000 Da
Primary ApplicationsHigh-performance thermoset coatings


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