Product Information

SILVET AD 010 presents a fine particle size grade of non-leafing aluminum flake pigment in an easily handled, low dusting,granular form. It is recommended for high coverage solvent-based gravure and flexographic inks, in which it displays optimal opacity and adhesion, particularly on polymer films. This grade is compatible with a wide range of film formers and is dispersible in all common organic solvents, except aliphatic hydrocarbons. It is not suitable for water-based or ethyl cellulose systems.

-Fine aluminum flake pigment

-Low dusting

-Dry granular form

-Excellent adhesion in solvent-based inks

-Cornflake

SILVET AD 010 is a non-leafing aluminum pigment designed for use in solventborne flexographic and gravure inks to provide optimal adhesion to polymer films and other substrates. SILVET AD 010 is supplied in pellet form composed of 80% aluminum pigment and 20% carrier resin. The carrier resin contributes to the resin solids of the ink formulation. Cost savings can be realised by adjusting the resin solids of the ink to accommodate the resin contribution from the pigment pellet. Like all SILVET AD products, SILVET AD 010 provides excellent compatibility, ease of handling and ease of dispersion.

The recommended method of dispersion is to soak the granules in one to two times their weight of solvent, then mix gently to a creamy consistency, free of agglomerates by low shear stirring. When completely dispersed, the balance of the formulation may be slowly added under gentle but efficient agitation. High shear mixing should be avoided as it bends and breaks the aluminum flakes, causing darkening and loss of reflectivity.

Aluminum pigment should be stored in the original shipping container and kept tightly sealed. Store containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated, and properly rated area. Avoid any conditions that will suspend or float the particles in the air, creating a dust cloud. Avoid all possible sources of ignition. For additional information, please refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product, available from Silberline upon request. An SDS is supplied with all samples of this grade.

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