BYK-378

BYK 378 is a solvent-free silicone surface additive that can be used in various coating formulations including those used in the Advanced Materials industry. BYK 378 increases surface slip and reduces surface tension at low doses, leading to improved scratch resistance and excellent substrate wetting in coated surfaces. These properties help prevent defects like 'picture framing' and aid in orientation of additives. As an effective additive, BYK 378 displays low foam stabilization at recommended levels between 0.01-0.3% based on total formulation. It features good compatibility in different system types and does not tend to bloom or negatively impact performance. BYK 378 can benefit Advanced Materials applications by enhancing key coating properties like scratch resistance, defect prevention and additive orientation through its surface modification effects.