Low-VOC, environmentally compliant formulation meeting global regulatory standards including REACH and EPA guidelines.
Excellent film formation at ambient temperature with rapid drying and good early water resistance.
Superior alkali resistance ideal for cementitious and plaster-based substrates.
High gloss retention and excellent UV stability for long-term exterior durability.
Good compatibility with common coalescents, thickeners, and pigment dispersions in architectural and industrial coatings.
Exterior architectural wall coatings for residential and commercial buildings.
Decorative and protective coatings for concrete, stucco, and render systems.
Waterproofing primers and topcoats for façade protection systems.
High-performance elastomeric coatings requiring crack-bridging capability.
Formulation base for premium-grade, low-emission masonry sealers.
| Chemical Type | Acrylic copolymer dispersion |
| Product Form | White to off-white liquid |
| Appearance | Homogeneous, slightly opalescent dispersion |
| Solids Content (wt%) | 42 ± 1% |
| pH (at 25°C) | 8.0 – 9.0 |
| Viscosity (Brookfield, LVT, #2 spindle, 6 rpm) | 150 – 300 mPa·s |
| Minimum Film Formation Temperature (MFFT) | 12 – 14°C |
| Particle Size (D50) | 120 – 160 nm |
Q1: What are the primary performance benefits of ETERSOL 4311A in waterborne coatings?
A: ETERSOL 4311A delivers excellent film formation at ambient temperatures, good early water resistance, and balanced hardness–flexibility for interior architectural and industrial maintenance coatings. Its low-VOC profile supports compliance with stringent environmental regulations without sacrificing application stability or gloss retention.
Q2: Can ETERSOL 4311A be used in high-solids or low-PVC formulations?
A: Yes — it is specifically engineered for use in medium- to high-solids waterborne systems and performs well across a broad PVC range. It offers good pigment wetting and rheological compatibility, enabling formulators to achieve robust scrub resistance and reduced coalescent demand in low-PVC applications.
Q3: How does ETERSOL 4311A compare to solvent-borne acrylic resins in terms of drying and curing behavior?
A: Unlike solvent-borne counterparts, ETERSOL 4311A relies on particle coalescence rather than solvent evaporation for film formation. It typically exhibits longer open time and lower flash-off rate, allowing for improved flow and leveling. Full property development may require extended ambient cure or mild thermal assistance depending on film thickness and humidity conditions.
Q4: Is ETERSOL 4311A compatible with common additives and crosslinkers?
A: It demonstrates broad compatibility with standard anionic and nonionic surfactants, defoamers, dispersants, and associative thickeners. For enhanced durability, it can be effectively paired with aziridine or carbodiimide crosslinkers, though compatibility testing under intended formulation conditions is recommended prior to scale-up.
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