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

Elementis Deqian Disponer W-920 Wetting Agent

Elementis Deqian Disponer W-920 is a special wetting dispersant for aqueous systems under Elementis Deqian, with anionic surfactant as the core component, specially designed for the dispersion of organic pigments, iron oxide pigments and medium-low pigment carbon black in aqueous systems. It has excellent wetting power, greatly shortens grinding time, reduces grind paste viscosity

Effect of Elementis Deqian Disponer W-920 Wetting Agent

  1. Efficient wetting and grinding - Outstanding wetting power, shortens grinding time, reduces grind paste viscosity

  2. High pigment adaptation - Excellent dispersion effect, can prepare high pigment content color pastes, high cost performance

  3. Excellent color development - Improves pigment color development, reduces color separation and blooming during color mixing, uniform color

  4. Long-term dispersion stability - Effectively prevents pigment flocculation, ensures long-term storage stability of the system

  5. Multi-pigment adaptation - Suitable for organic, iron oxide pigments and medium-low pigment carbon black, strong versatility

Typical Applications of Elementis Deqian Disponer W-920 Wetting Agent

  1. Water-based industrial coatings - Various water-based industrial coatings, optimize pigment dispersion and color development effect

  2. Water-based color paste preparation - Special for water-based color paste production, preparing high-concentration, high-stability color pastes

  3. Water-based inks - Water-based printing inks, improve pigment dispersibility and printing color performance

  4. Leather coatings - Water-based leather finishing coatings, optimize the uniformity and adhesion of the finishing layer

  5. Water-based wood coatings - Water-based wood coatings, improve pigment dispersion, enhance film gloss

Technical Data of Elementis Deqian Disponer W-920 Wetting Agent

ModelDisponer W-920
BrandElementis Deqian
Chemical TypeAqueous anionic wetting and dispersing agent
Chemical CompositionAnionic surfactant
Appearance (25°C)Light yellow clear liquid
Non-volatile Content48-50%
SolventEthylene glycol monobutyl ether / Water
Specific Gravity (25°C)Approx. 1.03
Acid Value20-30 mgKOH/g
Viscosity (25°C)Approx. 50-150 mPa·s
pH Value (25°C)6.0-8.0


Elementis Deqian Disponer W-920 Wetting Agent – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary function of Disponer W-920 in industrial coating and ink formulations?

A: Disponer W-920 is a high-performance wetting agent designed to reduce surface tension, promote rapid substrate wetting, and enhance pigment dispersion stability—particularly for challenging low-surface-energy substrates such as polyolefins, PET, and treated plastics.


Q2: Is Disponer W-920 compatible with water-based, solvent-based, and UV-curable systems?

A: Yes, Disponer W-920 exhibits broad compatibility across water-based acrylics, solvent-borne nitrocellulose and polyester systems, and many free-radical UV-curable formulations. Compatibility should always be verified during formulation development due to system-specific interactions.


Q3: How does Disponer W-920 differ from conventional silicone or fluorosurfactant wetting agents?

A: Unlike many silicones or fluorosurfactants, Disponer W-920 offers balanced surface activity without excessive foam generation or migration-related defects. It provides strong initial wetting while maintaining good recoatability and intercoat adhesion—key advantages in multi-layer industrial finishing processes.


Q4: What is the recommended addition method and timing for optimal performance?

A: For best results, Disponer W-920 should be added during the let-down stage—after initial pigment grinding but before rheology modifiers and co-solvents. It can be dosed neat or pre-diluted in a compatible carrier liquid, and thorough mixing is essential to ensure uniform distribution.


Q5: Does Disponer W-920 affect film clarity or gloss in clearcoat applications?

A: When used within recommended dosage ranges, Disponer W-920 does not negatively impact optical properties. It is formulated to remain molecularly dispersed and does not cause haze, bloom, or gloss reduction in properly balanced clearcoat systems.



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