Hicoat 77
ACRYLIC EMULSION
Summary
Hicoat 77 is a medium, styrene acrylic emulsion polymer,
developed as a let down vehicle for flexographic, gravure
inks and OPV’s giving high gloss. It is suitable
for printing paper and board.
Characteristics
- Good gloss
- Good grease & water resistance
- Good film forming
Physical Properties
| Physical appearance |
Semi Translucent Emulsion |
| Brookfield Viscosity @ 25 oC (Mpas) |
400 - 800 |
| Flow time / FC No. 4 @ 25 oC (Seconds) [Sheen
make] as per ASTM D 1200 |
110 - 150 |
| Solids % 105 oC / 90 Min |
46 ± 2 |
| Density gm / cc |
1.04 - 1.05 |
| pH |
7 - 8 |
| Acid Value |
40 - 60 |
Compatibility
Hicoat 77 will be compatible with most water based styrene/acrylate
and acrylate polymers designed for flexographic and gravure
inks, coatings and offset OPV'S.
Packaging
Available in 200kgs drums normally.
Shelf Life
Store under cool, dry conditions. It is recommended that
the material should be used within 10 months of certification.
