Functional Fillers

Mineral Fillers

MAGRIS TALC series - lamellar and microcrystalline talcs for Paints & Coatings applications

Mineral fillers for paint and coatings improve or influence technical and / or optical properties such as colour, hiding power and brightness. They are used to increase the volume, change the material density value and reduce the formulation costs of end customers. Other properties can be the anticorrosion protection in lacquers, influence of rheology in paints, increase scratch resistance and improve UV protection or flame-resistance of end products.

Rheology PerformancePhysical Properties
 
  • Cost-Effective Thixotrope
  • Sag Resistance
  • Slump Resistance
  • Anti-Settling Properties
  • Easy to Disperse
 
 
  • Softest Mineral on earth
  • Highly Lamellar and Platy
  • Hydrophobic
  • Oleophilic (natural affinity with oils)
  • Inert
 
rheology-performance-and-physical-properties--.pdf

ARTIC MIST®, CIMPACT®, JetWhite®, JetFill®, JetFill®M, MAGRIS TALC MISTRON®, NICRON®, SIERRALITE®, SILVERLINE®, STELLAR®, VERTAL®, YELLOWSTONE®

In the modern world of paint industry today, talc is more than a simple mineral filler. MAGRIS TALC offers highly lamellar talc products as well as microcrystalline and engineered types fine-grades reduced. 

Bright white JETWHITE® und MISTRON® products as well as cost-effective NICRON® and SILVERLINE® products offer the laboratory developer a high degree of flexibility to balance the advantages of technical colour performance and improved process ability with rising raw material prices and higher production output.

ProductFormApplicationBenefitsD50 sedigraphD98 sedigraphBrightness [GEB]
JetWhite® 1H/HCNatural white powder, submicron talc, bagsAdditive for decorative paints, can coatingFor maximum hiding power and brightness, TiO2 extender1.1ca. 6
(Hegman 7.5)
Y90
JetWhite® 7H/HCNatural white powder, ultrafine talc, bagsAdditive for decorative paints, can coatingFor maximum hiding power and brightness, TiO2 extender1.9ca. 8
(Hegman 7)
Y91
NICRON® 665Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bagsArchitectural and industrial primers and topcoatsFilm strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, very bright1.2ca. 9
(Hegman 6.5)
87
MISTRON®
MONOMIX
Natural white powder, micronzed talc, bagsEngineered and high performance, industrial and primers, protective coatingsHigh surface area and tight top-size control, anticorrosive functionality, rheology contribution2ca. 10
(Hegman 6)
88
NICRON® 604
SILVERLINE® 604
Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bagsArchitectural and industrial primers and topcoatsFilm strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability2.3ca. 12
(Hegman 6)
85
STELLAR® 510Natural white powder, lamellar talc, bagsArchitectural and topcoats where high brightness is neededFilm strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, very bright5ca. 15
(Hegman 5.5)
Y88
SILVERLINE® 504Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bagsArchitectural and industrial primers, non-color sensitive applicationsImprove corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability, improve sag resistance and maximize prime pigment extension3.2ca. 20
(Hegman 5)
81
NICRON® 403
MISTRON® 403
Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bagsArchitectural, wood and industrial primers and topcoatsFilm strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, semi-transparent wood stains to prevent tannin bleed, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability4.7
4.5
ca. 25
(Hegman 4)
83
86
JetWhite® 4HNatural white powder, medium talc, bagsDecorative paints, architectural and industrial primersImprove barrier properties which impart corrosion resistance and stain blocking ability5.7(Hegman 4-4.5)Y90
VERTAL® 77Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bagsWaterborne primers architectural and industrial, stain-blocking primers, sealers, undercoatersProvides a unique balance of prime pigment spacing (opacity), film reinforcement, anti-cracking and barrier properties9ca. 2578
NICRON® 303Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bagsArchitectural, wood and industrial primers, also adhesive, sealant, caulk, joint compound, wood putty, and auto body patch applicationsFilm strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability, good sandability7ca. 30
(Hegman 3)
82
MISTRON® 303
NICRON® 302
Natural white powder, microcrystalline engineered talc, bagsProtective coatings and marine coating applications, architectural flat exterior latex paintsDisperses easily in high-solids and solvent-borne coatings, good paint stability, rheology and anti-settling properties. Low sheen, good touch-up, good fade- and chalk-resistance7.5
13
ca. 35
(Hegman 3)
80
84
VERTAL® 92Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bagsAuto Rep Grouts, Car Putties AutofillHighly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use17.5ca. 45-50Y72
SILVERLINE® 202Natural white powder, microcrystalline engineered talc, bagsAirless-spray architectural waterborne flat paintsEngineered talc recommended where low viscosity build pigments are required, providing excellent sheen control, scrub resistance with minimal wear on airless spray equipment19.8ca. 50
(Hegman 2.5)
76
JetWhite® 2HNatural white powder, coarser talc, bagsDecorative paints, architectural and industrial primersImprove barrier properties which impart corrosion resistance and stain blocking ability11ca. 60
(Hegman 2)
Y87
JetFil® M200Natural white powder, bagsGeneral purpose applications for coarse talcsHigh purity, platy, coarse talc10ca. 60
(Hegman 2)
Y78
SILVERLINE® 001Natural white powder, bagsIndustrial floor screed, coarse fillerConcrete form lubricant, parting agent for rolled asphalt, roofing, floor tile14ca. 40 - 60off white
VERTAL® AFNatural white powder, UL Environment labeled for sustainability, only BB 2000 lbsConstruction, Bitumen Roofing, Flooring, Adhesives, Sound DampingTalc with high magnesite content23325 Mesh
(44 µm)
%passing
60-85
off white
magris-talc-series---lamellar-and-microcrystalline-talcs-for-paints-&-coatings-applications.pdf

MAGRIS TALC series - natural talcs for putties and liquid compounds, adhesives and sealings

MAGRIS Talc products are high-purity, functional additives ideal for putties and liquid compounds. Talc improves dimensional stabilityand reinforces putties and liquid compounds, giving  added protection, against cracking and shrinking. Talc is the industry standard for sanding properties and polishing properties.

For putties and liquid compounds, adhesives and sealants we can offer also products from VERTAL® series with carbonic binding.

ApplicationsPhysical Properties
 
  • Putties, Pastes and Mastics
  • Joint Compounds
  • Patching Compounds
  • Grouts, Mortars and Plasters
  • Cementious Compounds
  • Self-levelling Compounds
 
 
  • Crack Resistance
  • Shrink Resistance
  • Sanding Properties
  • Cohesive Strength
  • Compressive Strength
 
applications-+-mechanical-performance.pdf
ProductFormApplicationBenefitsD50 sedigraphD98 sedigraphBrightness [GEB]
NICRON® 302Natural white powder, bagsSealants and Caulks, Pressure Sensitive and Structural AdhesivesHigh loading low viscosity, high brightness13ca. 30
(Hegman 3)
Y82
SILVERLINE® 303Natural white powder, bagsPastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds, fineFiner top-size for smooth Finishes and application properties6,1ca. 4078
VERTAL® 92Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bagsAuto Rep Grouts, Car Putties AutofillHighly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use17,5ca. 45Y72
VERTAL® 97Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bagsPastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling CompoundsHighly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use1550Y72
SILVERLINE® 002Natural white powder, bagsPastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling CompoundsHigh loading low viscosity8,45575
VERTAL® TC-100Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bagsPastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling CompoundsImproves resistance to cracking, smoothing and sandability, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh16,4325 Mesh
(44 µm)
%passing
88
off white
VERTAL® AFNatural white powder, UL Environment labeled for sustainability, only BB 2000 lbsConstruction, Bitumen Roofing, Flooring, Adhesives, Sound DampingTalc with high carbonate (Mg) content, improved dimensional stability, cross-flow mechanical performance, and flexural stiffness23325 Mesh
(44 µm)
%passing
60-85
off white

 

magris-talc-series---natural-talcs-for-putties-and-liquid-compounds,-adhesives-and-sealings.pdf

Talc is oleophilic which gives it the ability to associate with liquid resins such as alkyds, epoxies, polyesters, acrylics, amines and polyols. In doing so, they create weak bonds with these resins that result in increased low-shear viscosity. When shear is applied the bonds break quickly, resulting in shear-thinning rheology that is ideal for many applications.

Mineral fillers improve or influence technical and / or optical properties such as colour, hiding power and brightness. They are used to increase the volume, change the material density value and reduce the formulation costs of end customers. Other properties can be the anticorrosion protection in lacquers, influence of rheology in paints, increase scratch resistance and improve UV protection or flame-resistance of end products.

Wollastonite

In its pure form, WOLLASTONITE is a rod-shaped material with a siliceous character. Known as a calcium metasilicate, the mineral is acquired by open-cast mining. The rod shape is preserved during the subsequent refinement by treating the product with as much care as possible. This forms a unique material with an aspect ratio of up to 10:1. This structure enables its use as reinforcing filler on a microscopic level.

The FILLEX forms are silanised versions of the WOLLASTONITE for better incorporation into organic systems. Universal use is possible due to various dressings.

ProductRod Length
max.
Markets and Applications
Good experience
Technical performanceAspect-Ratio
[L/D]
Brightness [comp. 100% MgO]
KEMOLIT
KWB-1010
10 μmLacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives

Corrosion inhibitor through alkaline potential, adhesion, reinforcement

3 : 184
FILLEX-9AE1(KW)*10 μmLacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives

*Surface treated, corrosion protection, weather resistant

3 : 182
KEMOLIT
KWB-1020
20 μmLacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives

Corrosion protection, structural donor, adhesion, reinforcement

3 : 182
KEMOLIT
KW-1025
30 μmLacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives

Corrosion protection, structural donor, adhesion, reinforcement

7 : 180
FILLEX
7AE1 (KW)*
30 μmLacquers in general, powder lacquers, adhesives

*Surface treated, corrosion protection, weather resistant

7 : 180±2
KEMOLIT
KW-4
55 μmConstruction chemical applications in general

Reinforcement, against shrinkage and warpage, stable in joint compounds

4 : 178
KEMOLIT
KW-3
70 μmConstruction chemical applications, adhesives and sealants

Reinforcement, stable in joint compounds, high brightness

4 : 178
KEMOLIT
H-3
70 μmConstruction chemical applications, adhesives and sealants

Against shrinkage and warpage, volume-stable, economical

4 : 166
KEMOLIT
KWB-200
80 μmConstruction chemical applications in general, adhesives and sealantsReinforcement, corrosion protection, high brightness3 : 181
KEMOLIT
KW-1
125 μmConstruction chemical applications in general, adhesives and sealants

Against shrinkage and warpage, volume stable, good brightness

5 : 176
KEMOLIT
H-60
200 μmConstruction chemical applications, mortars, concrete and stucco compounds

Reinforcement, stable in joint compounds, economical

6 : 1Off white
KEMOLIT
KSV-60N
250 μmConstruction chemical applications in general, adhesives and sealants

Reinforcement, corrosion protection, high brightness

9 : 172
KEMOLIT
KW-60
250 μmPaints in general, powder coatings, adhesives

Corrosion and weather resistant, structural donor

6 : 170±2
FILLEX
2AH3(KW)*
250 μmConstruction chemicals, adhesives, paints

*Surface treated, dimensional stability, better bonding

8 : 170±2
KEMOLIT
KW-HW
250 μmAdhesives and sealants

Volume-stable, weather-resistant

10 : 168
FILLEX
1AF1(KW)*
250 μmColours in general

*Surface treated, corrosion and weather resistant

10 : 1-
KEMOLIT
KM-60
500 μmIndustry, powder coatings, construction in general

Dimensional stability, structure provider, reinforcement

7 : 1-
KEMOLIT
D-1
1.000 μmConstruction in general, cementitious materials, mortar

Reinforcement, against shrinkage and warpage, stable in joint compounds

5 : 1-
wollastonite:-kemolit--und-fillex-series.pdf

Lightweight Fillers

Closed cell perlite based hollow microspheres TRI-SPHERES®

Description

TRI-SPHERES® are hollow multi-cellular microspheres with a popcorn structure on a silicate basis. TRI-SPHERES® serve as functional lightweight fillers. Their heat resistance is up to 1,500 °C. Their compressive strength ends at 3,260 PSI / 22.5 Mpa. With a view to any shear forces occurring during the incorporation, their multi-cellular structure avoids that all spheres are destroyed at high forces. TRI-SPHERES® are marked by a clear bright colour.

Application

TRI-SPHERES® can be used as lightweight fillers in many different applications such as paints and coatings, foams in composites as well as in hydraulic-setting cement for construction chemistry (TRI-SPHERES® 120 XL). With a view to the optimisation of acoustic and thermal properties, TRI-SPHERES® 270, 300 and 352 are recommended. In particular the fine TRI-SPHERES® 45XS Ultra achieves good results in partial weight reduction of PP polymer for injection mouldingwhen adding 10 – 15 % as an additive for the last step.

ProductsD10 [μm]D90 [μm]Bulk
density
[kg/m³]
Crush
strength
[psi]
Effective
density
[kg/m³]
TRI-SPHERES® 120XL4501.050120< 725-
TRI-SPHERES® 200100340200< 725440
TRI-SPHERES® 250100500250-520
TRI-SPHERES® 270150350270-580
TRI-SPHERES® 30075270300725610
TRI-SPHERES® 3521152753501.030800
TRI-SPHERES® 4021152454001.581890
TRI-SPHERES® 450752304502.176720
TRI-SPHERES® 300S701353001.015660
TRI-SPHERES® 400S751604001.421690
TRI-SPHERES® 45XS ULTRA35804503.263960

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

tri-spheres©.pdf

Cenospheres OMEGA-SPHERES®

Hollow ceramic microspheres are extremely resistant hollow spheres, which are formed under the exposure of extreme heat. Temperatures over the relevant melting points are required to achieve a ceramic melting. Drops with a hollow are formed as a result of the subsequent rapid cooling process. The OMEGA-SPHERES® formed in this way are refined and fractionated in subsequent processes, thus being a high-quality raw material in your formulations.

The spheres we provide are produced at various production sites for global availability. Globally produced standard types are manufactured in the Ukraine and Germany. Special types are produced in Germany. There are further suppliers in Europe and throughout the world.

OMEGA-SPHERES®, Grey

Description

OMEGA-SPHERES® are hollow ceramic microspheres > 150 μm which are used as functional lightweight filler is several industries. OMEGA-SPHERES® are characterised by a high thermal and mechanic resistance and are available in different distribution particle sizes.

Application

Because of their weight-reducing and insulating properties, OMEGA-SPHERES® are used preferentially in construction chemical products such as adhesives and sealants. They are also used as pore generators in friction and brake linings as well as in grinding and separating tools.

ProductsParticle size
[μm]
Bulk
density
[kg/m³]
Crush
strength
[MPa]
Temperature
max.
[°C]
OMEGA-SPHERES® 1500 - 150390141,200
OMEGA-SPHERES® 3000 - 300400141,200
OMEGA-SPHERES® SG0 - 500400141,200
OMEGA-SPHERES® G250-6250 - 700400141,200

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

omega-spheres®,-grey.pdf

OMEGA-SPHERES®, White

Description

OMEGA-SPHERES® W are marked by a particularly high thermal resistance, low iron content and a white colour. They are available in different distribution particle sizes.

Application

Because of their particularly high heat resistance, OMEGA-SPHERES® W are preferentially used in the refractory and foundry industries. The white colour allows their use in aesthetically demanding applications such as decorative plasters and wall paints.

ProductsParticle size
[μm]
Bulk
density
[kg/m³]
Crush
strength
[MPa]
Temperature
max.
[°C]
OMEGA-SPHERES® W1500 - 150410251,600
OMEGA-SPHERES® W3000 - 300410251,600
OMEGA-SPHERES® WM150 - 300390251,600
OMEGA-SPHERES® W250-6250 - 700400251,600

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

omega-spheres®,-white.pdf

Cenospheres THERMO-SPHERES®

THERMO-SPHERES®, Grey

Description

THERMO-SPHERES® G are high quality hollow ceramic microspheres < 150 μm, which are characterised by a high degree of fineness as well as a particularly high mechanical strength. The products are pre-dried. Because of the high fineness, they display good grinding properties and are, therefore, highly suitable as insulation and lightweight filling materials.

Application

THERMO-SPHERES® G are used in applications which require the use of particularly small hollow microspheres or make high demands on surface finish. This includes, apart from the use in paints and coatings, composite materials, special casting compounds and putties, adhesives and sealants.

ProductsParticle size
[μm]
Bulk
density
[kg/m³]
Crush
strength
[MPa]
Temperature
max.
[°C]
THERMO-SPHERES® G750 - 75350141,200
THERMO-SPHERES® G1000 - 100400141,200

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

thermo-spheres®,-grey.pdf

THERMO-SPHERES® White

Description

THERMO-SPHERES® W are white, high quality hollow ceramic microspheres < 150 μm, which are characterised by a high degree of fineness as well as a particularly high mechanical strength. The products are pre-dried and usable for foundry industry. The white colour allows their use in aesthetically demanding applications such as decorative plasters and wall paints.

Application

THERMO-SPHERES® W are used in bright applications which require the use of the smallest possible microspheres or make high demands on surface quality. This includes applications in addition to the use in paints and coatings, surfaces as well as special casting compounds and adhesives where a high whiteness is advantageous.

ProductsParticle size
[μm]
Bulk
density
[kg/m³]
Crush
strength
[MPa]
Temperature
max.
[°C]
THERMO-SPHERES® W1000 - 100400251,600
THERMO-SPHERES® W1250 - 125400251,600

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

thermo-spheres®,-white.pdf

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® MBF, expanded

Description

Thermally expanded hollow microspheres as 50 % masterbatches.

Application

Blowing agent for extrusion and injection molding; as granules, very good handling and metering properties.

ProductsPellet size
[mm]
Pellet density
[g/cm³]
Temperature min.
[°C]
Temperature max.
[°C]
MBF-190EVA503-5 x 2-5~ 0.9130 – 140185 – 195
MBFN-190SSPE3-5 x 2-5~ 0.9160 – 170210 – 220
MBFN-170EVA3-5 x 2-5~ 0.9185 – 195170 – 190
MBF-230PE3-5 x 2-5~ 0.9180 – 190220 – 230
MBF-260EVA3-5 x 2-5~ 0.9190 – 200250 – 260
matsumoto-microspheres®-mbf,-expanded.pdf

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES®, moistened expanded grades

Description

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® of the F-E series are moistened, polymer-based hollow microspheres that make handling much easier and safer. The solids content is about 10 %. The specific weight is in the range of 0.02 to 0.04 g/cm³, which allows a significant reduction of the final product weight.

Application

Lightweight fillers for a wide range of applications where a reduction in density, improvement in insulation as well as mechanical properties and rheological properties are desired. The expanded hollow microspheres show good temperature and solvent resistance and exhibit broad compatibility with a wide variety of a wide range of systems. Pre-expanded microsphere grades do not require elevated process temperatures.

ProductsAverage Particle
Size [μm]
PolymerEffective
Density [g/cm³]
Solids content [%]Solvent
resistance
F-30E30 – 60VC/AN-Copolymer0.020 – 0.0309 – 13
F-50E40 – 60Acrylnitril-Copolymer0.020 – 0.04011 – 16••
F-65E40 – 60Acrylnitril-Copolymer0.020 – 0.0309 – 13••

Solvent resistance: low: •    medium: ••    well suited: •••

matsumoto-microspheres®,-moistened-expanded-grades.pdf

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES®, dry expanded grades

Description

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® hollow microspheres of the F-DE series are pre-expanded, dry polymerbased hollow microspheres. The solids content is at least 97 %. The specific gravity is in the range of 0.010 to 0.035 g/cm³, as a result of which very light end products can be realized.

Application

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® of F-DE are used in applications where a subsequent expansion of the hollow microspheres is not possible or undesirable.

ProductsAverage Particle
Size [μm]
PolymerEffective
Density [g/cm³]
Solids content
[%]
Solvent
resistance
FN-80SDE20 – 40Acrylnitril-Copolymer0.020 – 0.030≥ 97••
F-65DE40 – 60Acrylnitril-Copolymer0.025 – 0.035≥ 97••
F-80DE90 – 130Acrylnitril-Copolymer0.015 – 0.025≥ 97•••
FN-78DE100 – 200Acrylnitril-Copolymer0.010 – 0.020≥ 97•••

Solvent resistance: low: •    medium: ••    well suited: •••

matsumoto-microspheres®,-dry-expanded-grades.pdf

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES®, expanded hybrid

Description

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® of the MFL series are hybrid hollow microspheres, which are used as a novel functional filler developed. They are polymer-based spheres that are coated with an inorganic powder.

Application

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® MFL have a high elasticity and resistance, so that they can be used even when incorporated under high pressure. The surface coated with inorganic powder enables strength-increasing anchoring of the hollow spheres in the matrix used in each case.

ProductsAverage Partice
size [mm]
CoatingEffective Density
[g/cm³]
Temperature
resistance [°C]
Characteristic
MFL-81GTA10 – 30Talc0.20 -  0.26130 – 140Very fine surface
MFL-81CGA10 – 30Calcium carbonate0.20 -  0.26130 – 140Very fine surface
MFL-SEVEN20 – 40Calcium carbonate0.11 -  0.17130 – 140Very fine surface
MFL-HD30CA20 – 40Calcium carbonate0.11 -  0.17140 – 150High pressure
MFL-HD60CA50 – 70Calcium carbonate0.10 -  0.14140 – 150High pressure
MFL-100MCA60 – 70Calcium carbonate0.10 -  0.14150 – 160High pressure
MFL-110CAL90 – 120Calcium carbonate0.06 -  0.10160 – 170Ultra light
MFL-UPR6050 - 75Calcium carbonate0.10 -  0.14140 – 150High pressure

The values given are typical values and therefore do not represent a specification.

matsumoto-microspheres®,-expanded-hybrid.pdf

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® expandable

Description

MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® expandable are polymer-based thermo-expandable microspheres with an average particle size of 5 to 50 μm, which are formed by encapsulating liquid hydrocarbon with a low boiling point in a shell of thermoplastic polymer. Various types are available, suitable for a wide temperature range, from low temperatures starting at about 80°C up to extremely high temperatures of about 260°C. 

Application

Lightweight fillers for a wide range of applications in which a reduction in density, improvement in insulation as well as changes in mechanical properties and rheological properties are desired. The expandable hollow microspheres exhibit good temperature and solvent resistance, and exhibit comprehensive compatibility with a wide range of systems. The vast majority of MATSUMOTO MICROSPHERES® are available both dry (D-type) and wetted (unmarked) to best suit the application requirements.

ProductsParticle
Size [μm]
Temperature min.
[°C]
Temperature max.
[°C]
Solvent
resistance
Products expanding at low temperatures
F-35 / F-35D10 – 2070 – 80100 – 110
HF-36 / HF-36D10 – 1670 – 80110 – 120
HF-48 / HF-48D9 – 1590 – 100125 – 135••
FN-80GS / FN-80GSD6 – 10100 – 110125 – 135••
Products expanding at medium temperatures
FN-100SS / FN-100SSD6 – 10120 – 130145 – 155•••••
FN-100S / FN-100SD10 – 20125 – 135150 – 160•••••
FN-77 / FN-77D25 – 35100 – 110155 – 165•••
FN-83GSD7 – 14110 – 120150 – 160•••
FN-82 / FN-82D25 – 35120 – 130160 – 170•••
FN-78 / FN-78D35 – 50100 – 115150 – 165•••
Products expanding at higher temperatures
FN-100M / FN-100MD20 – 30125 – 135165 – 180•••••
FN-105 / FN-105D35 – 45120 – 135175 – 185•••
FN-185L / FN-185LD35 – 50140 – 150180 – 190•••
Products expanding at very high temperatures
FN-190SSD10 – 15155 – 165210 – 220•••
F-190D30 – 40160 – 170210 – 220•••
F-230D25 – 35180 – 190220 – 240•••
F-260D20 – 35190 – 200250 – 260•••

The values given are typical values and therefore do not represent a specification.
Solvent resistance: low: •    medium: ••    well suited: •••    recommended: •••••

hollow-microspheres,-expandable.pdf

OMEGA-SIL®

Description

OMEGA-SIL® are solid aluminium silicate spheres which have a very high compressive strength. The OMEGA-SIL® SPECIAL* product range consists of aluminium silicates that are processed in an additional processing step sifted. This particularly sharp separation of the top cut results in aesthetic applications to smoother surfaces.

Application

Due to the lower specific surface the use of OMEGA-SIL® in paints and coatings allows a higher degree of filling. OMEGA- SIL® shows in cementitious systems pozzolanic reactivity. The inside microcrystalline structure results in a significant increase of mechanical strength.

ProductsD50
[μm]
D95
[μm]
Effective density
[g/cm³]
Bulk density
[kg/m³]
OMEGA-SIL® XS3.59.52.51780
OMEGA-SIL® S4.511.52.48800
OMEGA-SIL® M6.530.02.40870
OMEGA-SIL® L12.575.02.39880
OMEGA-SIL® XL50.0200.02.251,090
OMEGA-SIL® XS SPECIAL3.59.5*2.51780
OMEGA-SIL® S SPECIAL4.511.5*2.48800
OMEGA-SIL® M SPECIAL6.530.0*2.40870

Product items shown with an asterisk * describe top cut (d98) modified versions for aesthetical surfaces.
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

omega-sil®.pdf

LITHO-BUBBLES®

Description

LITHO-BUBBLES® are silicate based mineral granules. They are multicellular, open celled foam granulate which has many different uses as lightweight filler.

Application

LITHO-BUBBLES® are used as lightweight filler in aqueous, solvent-containing and solvent-free systems such as paints and coatings, refractory and foundry products, mould making, grinding agents or construction chemical products.

ProductsParticle size
distribution [μm]
Bulk density
[kg/m³]
LITHO-BUBBLES® 400 - 40650
LITHO-BUBBLES® 10040 - 100470
LITHO-BUBBLES® 300100 - 300340
LITHO-BUBBLES® 600300 - 600390

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

litho-bubbles®.pdf

LITHO-BUBBLES®, hydrophobic

Description

LITHO-BUBBLES® H is a hydrophobic mineral granule, multi-cellular, open-celled foam granulate which has many different uses as lightweight filler.

Application

LITHO-BUBBLES® are preferentially used as lightweight filler in aqueous but also in solvent-containing and solvent-free systems such as paints and coatings, refractory and foundry products, mould making, grinding agents or construction chemical products. Sometimes customer wish a hydrophobic treatment for special use in cement base systems for building and construction.

ProductsParticle size
distribution [μm]
Bulk density
[kg/m³]
LITHO-BUBBLES® 100H40 - 100470
LITHO-BUBBLES® 300H100 - 300340
LITHO-BUBBLES® 600H300 - 600390
LITHO-BUBBLES® 1000H500 - 1000330

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

litho-bubbles®,-hydrophobic.pdf

Hollow glass spheres are produced in a process similar to our hollow ceramic microspheres. The standardised glass is transformed into a molten mass and transferred to a cooling chamber using a mist spray, which allows the material to solidify in this manner. The drop formation allows the material to expand to have a cavity, which has a strong acoustic and thermal insulating effect.

We recommend SPHERICEL types for use in aqueous systems, as these have an effective chemical composition against the attack of hydroxide ions.

Q-CEL®

Description

Q-CEL® are sodium borosilicate glass based hollow micro glass spheres which serve as a functional lightweight filler. An important property is their high mechanical resistance. The various Q-CEL® grades differ in density, particle size and compressive strength. Products with optimized particle size distributions can be selected if particularly high shear forces are required.

Application

Q-CEL® are used as weight-reducing fillers, for example, in paints and coatings, composites, potting and filling compounds, construction chemicals, syntactic foams, friction and brake linings, and many other applications. Q-CEL® 6014 is recommended for all resin systems where low viscosity and low shear forces are dominate. For medium shear environments, Q-CEL® 6019, 7019, 7023S and 5028 should be used. Q-CEL® 6717 and 6019S have reduced particle sizes and are used in applications with aesthetic surfaces.

ProductEffective Density
[g/cm3]
Average Particle
size [μm]
Particle Size
[μm] (Malvern)
Pressure Resistance
Isostatic [Psi]
Pressure Resistance
Isostatic [Mpa]
Q-CEL® 3000.21905 - 2005003.4
Q-CEL® 60140.14855 - 2002501.7
Q-CEL® 60190.19755 - 1755003.4
Q-CEL® 6019S0.19705 - 1505003.4
Q-CEL® 6020FPS0.2455 - 90500-
Q-CEL® 67170.19525 - 1055003.4
Q-CEL® 50280.25755 - 1207505.2
Q-CEL® 60280.28705 - 150750-
Q-CEL® 60360.36605 - 1251,0006.8
Q-CEL® 6042S0.42505 - 902,00013.8
Q-CEL® 60480.48505 - 1003,00020.7
Q-CEL® 5070S0.73510 - 1003,50024.2
Q-CEL® 50190.19725 - 150500-
Q-CEL® 5032S0.32635 - 1501,000-
Q-CEL® 70190.19805 - 1505003.4
Q-CEL® 7023S0.23855 - 1207505.2
Q-CEL® 70280.27755 - 1201,000-
Q-CEL® 70360.36635 - 1251,000-
Q-CEL® 7040S0.4545 - 1002,00013.8

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

q-cel.pdf

SPHERICEL®

Description

SPHERICEL® are borosilicate glass-based hollow microspheres manufactured in a special process, which serve as a functional filler. In addition to a very high mechanical resistance, SPHERICEL® micro hollow glass spheres are hydrophobic and, in comparison to other hollow spheres, exhibit a significantly increased resistance to aqueous media. SPHERICEL® grades differ in density, particle size and pressure resistance, so that they can be selected specifically for the application and the associated requirements.

Application

SPHERICEL® micro hollow glass beads are used as lightweight fillers in high-quality syntactic foams, paints and coatings, fillers, potting and molding compounds. In friction and brake linings as well as abrasives. SPHERICEL® micro hollow glass beads can be used as pore formers. The exceptionally high mechanical resistance also allows the use in compound or composite materials, such as SMC / BMC as well as plastic compounds.

ProductEffective Density
[g/cm3]
Average Particle
size [μm]
Particle Size
[μm] (Malvern)
Pressure Resistance
Isostatic [Psi]
Pressure Resistance
Isostatic [Mpa]
SPHERICEL® 110P81.1122 - 2510,00069

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

sphericel.pdf

OMEGA-BUBBLES® C - ultra white

OMEGA-BUBBLES® C are multicellular expanded glass granules. The high whiteness can help to reduce the addition of titanium dioxide in cementitious formulation. For aesthetic applications like acoustic construction or ceilings the ultra-white lightweight fillers meet today's spirit of time. OMEGA-BUBBLES® C being based on selected recycled glass. Using these products is sustainable and environmentally friendly and can reduces your green CO2 footprint in later disposal issues.

OMEGA-BUBBLES® C are available in the grain sizes customary on the market for the construction and insulation industry.

ProductsParticle size
range [mm]
Grain gross
density [kg/m³]
Bulk density
[kg/m³]
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-XS0.1 - 0.3680 - 920340 - 460
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-S0.25 - 0.5460 - 620255 - 345
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-M0.5 - 1.0380 - 510210 - 290
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-L1.0 - 2.0310 - 420190 - 250
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-XL2.0 - 4.0260 - 360160 - 220

The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.

omega-bubbles®-c-–-ultra-white.pdf

LUVOFIL® TEC – Unique Class of Multi-purpose Functional Fillers

LUVOFIL® TEC comprises a portfolio of multi-purpose functional fillers based on the world’s first polymer foam with pores in the nanometer range. Produced based on a patent-protected process and foamed with a 100% climate-friendly blowing agent, an entirely new class of materials with a pore size reduction of the factor 1000 compared to conventional polymer foams is provided leading to a unique and multi-purpose performance profile.

Product overview:

ProductsDescriptionParticle Size
D50 [µm]
Particle Size
D100 [µm]
Application
LUVOFIL® TEC 50LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible.<15<50LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is used to achieve deep matting at highest transparency, anti-burnishing, mar, scratch, and scuff resistance, water repellency, water and chemical resistance, as well as water vapor permeability for water-based and solvent-free paints and coatings. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 50 is applied as matting and rheology control agent (fumed silica replacement) in SMP and silicone-based sealants. Applied as functional filler in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives, LUVOFIL® TEC 50 offers weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties.
LUVOFIL® TEC 300LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. <300LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is used as functional filler in order to provide weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 300 is applied as liquid carrier for powder coatings, masterbatches, and compounding with the ability to absorb more than 600 w% liquid depending on its chemical nature, polarity and viscosity.
LUVOFIL® TEC 1000LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is a foamed, highly hydrophobic, thermoplastic polymer delivered as white powder with the lowest tamped density possible. <1,000LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is used as functional filler in order to provide weight reduction, thermal insulation and diffusion-open barrier properties in cementitious and blow-in insulation systems as well as tile adhesives. Furthermore, LUVOFIL® TEC 1000 is applied as liquid carrier for powder coatings, masterbatches, and compounding with the ability to absorb more than 600 w% liquid depending on its chemical nature, polarity and viscosity.

 

luvofil®-tec-–-unique-class-of-multi-purpose-functional-fillers.pdf