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

YPWK-31W5DR Waterborne Alkyd Resin

YPWK-31W5DR is a high-performance waterborne alkyd resin from YPWK’s W-series, offering excellent gloss retention, fast ambient drying, and low VOC compliance. Engineered for eco-friendly industrial coatings, it delivers superior hardness, flexibility, and water resistance without sacrificing application ease or film integrity. Ideal for metal and wood finishes requiring durable, sustainable solutions.
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Features Of YPWK-31W5DR Waterborne Alkyd Resin

  1. Low-VOC formulation compliant with global environmental regulations including EU REACH and US EPA standards.

  2. Excellent water dispersibility and storage stability without co-solvent dependency.

  3. Superior film hardness development and gloss retention after ambient cure.

  4. Good compatibility with acrylic emulsions, polyurethane dispersions, and common waterborne crosslinkers.

  5. Enhanced substrate wetting and adhesion on wood, metal, and primed plastics.

Typical Applications Of YPWK-31W5DR Waterborne Alkyd Resin

  1. High-performance interior and exterior architectural coatings for trim and cabinetry.

  2. Waterborne industrial maintenance coatings for light-duty metal structures.

  3. Decorative wood finishes requiring low-odor, rapid-dry characteristics.

  4. Hybrid waterborne topcoats in furniture and DIY coating systems.

Specifications Of YPWK-31W5DR Waterborne Alkyd Resin

Chemical TypeModified alkyd resin, water-reducible
Product FormAqueous dispersion (non-ionic stabilized)
AppearanceOpaque milky white liquid, homogeneous
pH (10% aqueous solution)7.8 – 8.4
Solids Content (wt%)42 ± 1%
Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, #3 spindle, 20 rpm, 25°C)800 – 1,200 cP
Particle Size (D50)120 – 180 nm
Freeze-Thaw StabilityPass (3 cycles at –18°C / 25°C)


YPWK-31W5DR Waterborne Alkyd Resin – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the primary advantages of YPWK-31W5DR compared to traditional solvent-based alkyd resins?

A: YPWK-31W5DR offers significantly reduced VOC content while retaining the familiar handling, film formation, and adhesion characteristics of conventional alkyds. It enables formulators to meet increasingly stringent environmental regulations without major re-engineering of existing production processes or application equipment.


Q2: Is YPWK-31W5DR compatible with common waterborne acrylic or polyurethane dispersions?

A: Yes, YPWK-31W5DR demonstrates good compatibility with a broad range of waterborne acrylic and polyurethane dispersions, supporting hybrid systems that balance cost-effectiveness, drying performance, and final film durability. Compatibility testing under actual formulation conditions is recommended prior to full-scale implementation.


Q3: How does YPWK-31W5DR perform in terms of drying and through-dry in ambient-cure coatings?

A: It provides balanced drying behavior—surface dry times are generally comparable to standard waterborne alkyds, while through-dry and hardness development benefit from oxidative crosslinking, especially under moderate temperature and humidity conditions. Final film properties continue to improve over several days post-application.


Q4: Can YPWK-31W5DR be used in direct-to-metal (DTM) applications?

A: Yes, it is suitable for DTM formulations where corrosion resistance and substrate wetting are critical. When combined with appropriate anti-corrosive pigments and rheology modifiers, it supports robust adhesion and barrier performance on ferrous and non-ferrous substrates.



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