Dow XIAMETER OFX-8822 Fluid is a cost-effective amino silicone in the XIAMETER textile silicone series, designed for textile softener and lubricant formulations. As an amino-functional silicone polymer, it is easy to emulsify and can form clear and stable microemulsions, imparting smooth and high-quality soft hand feel to textile substrates
Efficient Softening Enhancement - Imparts smooth and high-quality softness to fabrics, improving skin-friendly experience
Easy Emulsification & Processing - Quickly emulsifiable, forms clear microemulsions with good stability
Cost-Effective Advantage - Controllable cost, suitable for large-scale textile finishing mass production needs
Yellowing-Resistant Characteristic - Not easy to yellow during high-temperature finishing, maintaining bright fabric color
Durable & Stable - Long-lasting performance without attenuation, with good shear stability
Textile Softener Formulations - Various textile softeners, improving soft hand feel and smoothness
Textile Lubricant Additives - Yarn and fabric lubrication, reducing processing friction loss
Cotton Product Finishing - Pure cotton fabrics, cotton yarn, enhancing softness and durability
Chemical Fiber Fabric Treatment - Polyester, nylon, etc., improving rough hand feel and texture
| Brand | DOW |
| Product Type | Amino-Functional Silicone Polymer |
| Amine Content | 0.65% |
| Appearance | Transparent Liquid |
| Dynamic Viscosity | 1500 cP |
| Non-Volatile Content | 94% |
| Specific Gravity (25℃) | 0.97~0.99 (Typical) |
Q1: What is the primary function of XIAMETER OFX-8822 in industrial formulations?
A: XIAMETER OFX-8822 is a low-viscosity, non-reactive fluid silicone oil designed primarily as a surface modifier and processing aid. It imparts slip, lubricity, and substrate wetting enhancement in coatings, inks, adhesives, and sealants without significantly affecting cure chemistry or film integrity.
Q2: Is XIAMETER OFX-8822 compatible with common organic solvent-based and waterborne systems?
A: Yes — XIAMETER OFX-8822 demonstrates broad compatibility across solvent-borne, high-solids, and waterborne systems. It typically disperses readily in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, and many glycol ethers. In waterborne formulations, it may require mild agitation or co-solvent assistance for stable incorporation.
Q3: How does XIAMETER OFX-8822 differ from reactive silicone additives like silane- or siloxane-functional fluids?
A: Unlike reactive silicones, XIAMETER OFX-8822 is non-functional and chemically inert under typical processing and end-use conditions. It provides temporary, physical surface effects rather than covalent bonding to substrates or polymer matrices — making it suitable where long-term migration or post-application modification is undesirable.
Q4: What are typical dosage levels for XIAMETER OFX-8822 in coating applications?
A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and desired effect intensity, but it is typically used at low concentrations — generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight relative to total formulation solids. Optimization should be performed empirically to balance performance benefits against potential intercoat adhesion or gloss reduction.
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