OMG Borchers GenDFN is a high-efficiency universal solvent-based wetting dispersant of the Gen series under OMG Borchers, specially designed for various solvent-based coating and ink systems with high adsorptive composite active ingredients as the core. It can strongly remove the water film on the pigment surface, improve the dispersion and coloring performance of the system
High surface activity - Strongly reduce the surface energy of the system and realize rapid pigment wetting
Wide pigment adaptability - Compatible with various hydrophobic and hydrophilic solid pigment powders
Excellent dispersion stability - Make pigments form stable suspensions and prevent sedimentation and caking
Strong system compatibility - Adapt to multiple dispersion systems in various industries without compatibility conflicts
Easy to add and operate - Can exert efficacy when added directly without changing the basic characteristics of the system
Coating color paste system - Various coating pigment color pastes, improve wetting and dispersion effect and storage stability
Pesticide preparation processing - Pesticide solid powder preparations, disperse active ingredients evenly in the aqueous phase
Ceramic raw material preparation - Ceramic powder processing, optimize powder wetting and dispersion, improve forming effect
Ink production and manufacturing - Ink pigment dispersion, ensure uniform ink coloring and smooth printing
Daily chemical raw material dispersion - Daily chemical powder raw material dispersion, realize uniform suspension of ingredients without precipitation
| Brand | OMG Borchers (OMG Additives) |
| Chemical Type | Universal surfactant wetting dispersant |
| Chemical Composition | High-activity surfactant composite ingredients |
| Appearance (20°C) | Colorless to pale yellow transparent liquid |
| Active Ingredient Content | 100% |
| Ionicity | Non-ionic |
| Surface Energy Reduction Ability | Excellent |
| Applicable Medium | Aqueous phase / Organic phase |
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | Approx. 0.98-1.03 g/cm³ |
Q1: What is the primary function of GenDFN in pigment dispersions?
A: GenDFN is a high-performance wetting and dispersing additive designed to reduce interfacial tension, accelerate pigment wetting, and stabilize dispersed particles against flocculation—particularly in demanding aqueous and solvent-borne systems containing organic pigments, carbon black, or inorganic fillers.
Q2: Is GenDFN suitable for water-based coatings and inks?
A: Yes, GenDFN is specifically formulated for compatibility with water-based systems, including architectural paints, industrial coatings, and packaging inks. Its molecular architecture provides robust stabilization across a broad pH range and delivers excellent freeze-thaw stability in emulsion-based formulations.
Q3: How does GenDFN compare to conventional polymeric dispersants in terms of dosage efficiency?
A: GenDFN typically achieves effective dispersion at lower dosages than many traditional polymeric dispersants due to its optimized anchor-group density and tailored backbone flexibility, enabling stronger adsorption and improved steric stabilization—especially for high-surface-area pigments.
Q4: Can GenDFN be used in combination with other additives such as defoamers or rheology modifiers?
A: Yes, GenDFN demonstrates good compatibility with common coating additives—including silicone and non-silicone defoamers, associative and non-associative thickeners, and biocides—though compatibility should always be verified in the final formulation under application-relevant conditions.
Q5: What are the recommended storage and handling conditions for GenDFN?
A: Store in original sealed containers at temperatures between 5 °C and 30 °C, away from direct sunlight and sources of heat. Avoid prolonged exposure to freezing conditions. No special handling precautions beyond standard industrial chemical hygiene practices are required.
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