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

Dow DOWSIL 18 Additive Leveling Agent

Dow DOWSIL 18 Additive Leveling Agent is a silicone-based surface modifier designed to enhance flow, reduce orange peel, and improve gloss uniformity in industrial coatings and inks. It offers excellent compatibility with solvent-borne, water-borne, and high-solids systems while minimizing foam and cratering. Trusted for consistent performance in OEM and refinish applications across automotive and general industrial markets.
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Features Of Dow DOWSIL 18 Additive Leveling Agent

  1. Enhances surface uniformity and eliminates orange peel in silicone-based coatings and sealants.

  2. Provides excellent compatibility with addition-cure and condensation-cure silicone systems.

  3. Reduces surface tension without compromising pot life or cure kinetics.

  4. Non-volatile and solvent-free formulation supports low-VOC and sustainable processing.

  5. Improves substrate wetting on low-energy surfaces such as polyolefins and fluoropolymers.

Typical Applications Of Dow DOWSIL 18 Additive Leveling Agent

  1. High-performance silicone release coatings for paper and film substrates.

  2. Optical-grade silicone gels and encapsulants requiring defect-free surface finish.

  3. Automotive RTV sealants where smooth bead appearance and adhesion consistency are critical.

  4. Electronics encapsulation compounds demanding bubble-free, planarized interfaces.

  5. Architectural silicone sealants requiring uniform extrusion and post-cure aesthetics.

Specifications Of Dow DOWSIL 18 Additive Leveling Agent

Chemical TypeModified polyether-modified siloxane
Product FormClear, viscous liquid
AppearanceColorless to pale yellow, homogeneous liquid
Primary ApplicationsLeveling agent for addition-cure and condensation-cure silicones
Key FeaturesSurface tension reduction, non-migrating, thermally stable up to 200 °C
BenefitsImproved flow/leveling, reduced defects, enhanced optical clarity
Recommended Use Level0.1–1.0 wt% relative to base polymer
Storage ConditionsStore in original sealed container at 5–30 °C; protect from moisture


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