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

Dow DOWSIL AFE-3101 Defoamer

Dow DOWSIL AFE-3101 Defoamer is a silicone-based antifoam agent designed for water-based industrial systems. It delivers rapid foam knockdown and long-lasting suppression in coatings, adhesives, and cleaning formulations. Compatible with low-surface-tension systems, it ensures minimal impact on substrate wetting and film appearance while maintaining high efficiency at low use levels.
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Features Of Dow DOWSIL AFE-3101 Defoamer

  1. Highly effective silicone-based defoamer for rapid foam knockdown and long-term foam suppression.

  2. Excellent compatibility with water-based systems, including acrylics, vinyl acetate copolymers, and styrene-butadiene emulsions.

  3. Low dosage efficiency—effective at 0.05–0.3 wt% in most formulations—minimizing impact on final product properties.

  4. Thermally stable up to 120°C, supporting high-temperature processing conditions without degradation.

  5. Non-yellowing and non-staining, preserving clarity and color integrity in sensitive coatings and adhesives.

Typical Applications Of Dow DOWSIL AFE-3101 Defoamer

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne coatings (e.g., interior/exterior paints, primers).

  2. Water-based adhesives and sealants, including pressure-sensitive and construction-grade formulations.

  3. Textile and leather finishing auxiliaries requiring foam control during padding and coating processes.

  4. Construction chemicals such as cementitious tile adhesives, grouts, and self-leveling underlayments.

Specifications Of Dow DOWSIL AFE-3101 Defoamer

Chemical TypeSilicone oil-in-water emulsion
Product FormOpaque white liquid
AppearanceHomogeneous, slightly viscous emulsion
pH (1% aqueous dispersion)6.0–8.0
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.00–1.04 g/cm³
Viscosity (Brookfield RV, Spindle #3, 20 rpm, 25°C)500–1,500 cP
Primary ApplicationsWaterborne coatings, adhesives, construction chemicals, textile auxiliaries
Key FeaturesRapid defoaming, persistent antifoam performance, low-foam re-entrainment


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