Revolutionary Additive BYK-3456: Enhancing Coating Performance

The innovative BYK-3456 additive stands out as a fluorine-free solution that integrates silicone to enhance both substrate and surface interactions. This dual activity at interfaces significantly optimizes various performance characteristics in coating applications.
*Image Description: Visual representation of BYK-3456's molecular structure showing its interface activity.*

Core Features and Advantages

Employing BYK-3456 in your formulations can yield substantial enhancements:

• Surface Tension Reduction: Decreases both static and dynamic surface tension, promoting exceptional substrate wetting and leveling.
• Versatile Application: Ideal for challenging substrates like wood with its porous and uneven profiles, ensuring thorough coverage.
• No Foam Stabilization: Unlike many additives, BYK-3456 does not stabilize foam, thereby enhancing the overall finish quality.
• Recoatability: Maintains excellent recoatability without compromising integrity.
• Surface Slip Maintenance: Does not increase surface slip, retaining original characteristics.
• Defect Mitigation: Effectively reduces common defects such as 'picture framing' and 'fish eyes'.

Compatibility and Modern Applications

The high adaptability of BYK-3456 with various binder systems makes it exceptionally suitable for modern coating solutions. Its efficacy remains robust even with minimal co-solvent usage, making it a versatile choice for contemporary industrial applications.

Industry Applications

BYK-3456's unique formulation addresses the specific needs of industries such as coatings and inks, providing tailored benefits that include:

• Enhanced surface quality for inks and paper coatings.
• Superior leveling properties in automotive finishes and protective coatings.
• Improved film integrity in architectural coatings.

For more insights on integrating BYK-3456 into your production process or to request samples, contact Keyser & Mackay's expert team today.