PARALOID™ AU-608S, PARALOID AU-608X, PARALOID AU-608B

Hydroxyl Functional Isocyanate-Reactive Acrylic Resins

Description

PARALOID AU-608S, PARALOID AU-608X, and PARALOID AU-608B are acrylic polyols specifically designed to
produce hard, resistant, durable coatings when reacted with aliphatic isocyanates. The exceptional properties of
these coatings have led to increased use in such heavy-duty maintenance applications as chemical plant storage
tanks and offshore rigs and platforms.

Coatings based on PARALOID AU-608S, AU-608X or AU-608B resin:

z Retain gloss and tint, thereby reducing the need to repaint

z Maintain film integrity when exposed to corrosive chemicals
z Provide long-lasting protection because of abrasion and crack resistance
z Cure at low temperatures

Typical Properties
These properties are typical but do not constitute specifications.

PARALOID PARALOID PARALOID

AU-608S AU-608X AU-608B
Non-volatile content, 62 60 62
measured at 105°C, %
Solids content, measured 60 58 60
at 150°C, %
Solvent Acetate/ Xylene n-butyl acetate
Toluene/
65/35
Viscosity, cPs, 25°C 6,500 6,000 4,500
Density, lb/U.S. gal 8.8 8.5 8.6
Specific gravity, 25°C 1.05 1.02 1.03
Hydroxyl equivalent weight 650 650 650
(solids basis)
Hydroxyl equivalent weight 1,080 1,120 1,080
(as supplied)
Color APHA 60 max. 60 max. 60 max.
Bulking value, as supplied 0.114 gal/lb 0.118 gal/lb 0.116 gal/lb

Typical PARALOID AU-608–Based Urethane Coating Systems

These products are typically used as high-performance topcoats. They have exceptional gloss and tint retention
with very good resistance properties. As topcoats, they can be used over many primers. A typical system consists
of an inorganic zinc-rich primer, a high-build epoxy polyamide midcoat with an acrylic urethane coating based on
any AU-608 grade being used as the topcoat. In other applications, PARALOID AU-608X is preferred over plastic
substrates for its exceptional adhesion and flexibility character. PARALOID AU-608B is the choice if one needs a
HAPS-free solvent system. PARALOID AU-608S is the standard within the industrial coatings markets for its
balance of properties.

Performance Characteristics

Acrylic urethane coatings based on PARALOID AU-608 resins demonstrate excellent performance properties which
allow these coatings to perform well in highly corrosive atmospheres. The following tables demonstrate the
performance obtainable with the suggested starting point formulation based on PARALOID AU-608S resin listed in
this literature.
TABLE 1: Typical Appearance/Mechanical Properties*
of Acrylic Urethane Coatings Based on
PARALOID AU-608S or PARALOID AU-608X Resin
Formulation Formulation
#G-608S-10 #G-608X-10
PARALOID AU-608S PARALOID AU-608X
Tukon (KHN) Hardness 8.6 11.0
Impact Resistance (in-lb)
Direct 90 55
Reverse 60 30
1/8" Mandrel Bend Pass Pass
Gloss
20° 88 88
60° 94 93
K Factor 5.6 5.1
*2.5-3.0 mils dry film thickness drawdown on Bonderite 1000; 14-day air dry cure.

TABLE 2: Chemical Resistance of Acrylic Urethane Coatings

Formulated with PARALOID AU-608S Resin*
Effect of Solvent on
Pencil Hardness PARALOID AU-608S
Initial Pencil Hardness 4H
10% NaOH
1/2 hour 4H
3 hours 4H
6 hours 4H
12 hours 3H
10% HCI
1/2 hour 4H
3 hours 4H
6 hours 4H
12 hours 2H
10% Acetic Acid
1/2 hour 4H
3 hours 4H
6 hours 3H
12 hours Moderate Blisters
1
Cleaning Solution
1/2 hour 4H
3 hours 6B+
6 hours 6B+
12 hours 6B+
Toluene
1/2 hour B
3 hours 6B+
6 hours 6B+
Acetone
1/2 hour 6B+
3 hours 6B+
6 hours 6B+
1
EGMBE/water/NH4OH//50/47/3 weight percent

*2.5-3.0 mils dry film thickness drawdowns on Bonderite 1000;

14-day air dry cure

Exterior Durability of Acrylic Urethane Coatings

The exterior durability of acrylic urethane coatings has been well documented. Exterior durability data on acrylic
urethane coatings containing PARALOID AU-608S or PARALOID AU-608X with aliphatic isocyanates is shown
below.

TABLE 3: Exterior Durability of

PARALOID AU-608S and PARALOID AU-608X
60°/20° Gloss
Formulation Location Initial 12 Mos. 24 Mos.
5% PVC DEEPTONE BLUES
AU-608S/Desmodur™ N-75 Florida South 5° 92/90 80/60 76/56
AU-608X/Desmodur N-75 Black Box 92/90 78/53 75/51
AU-608S/Desmodur N-75 Industrial Plant 92/90 84/74 83/69
AU-608X/Desmodur N-75 South Vertical 92/90 84/71 82/68
12% PVC WHITES
AU-608S/Desmodur N-75 Florida South 5° 94/88 76/36 69/30
AU-608S/Desmodur N-75 Black Box 94/88 79/55 77/42
+1% Tinuvin™ 292 and 1% Tinuvin 328
AU-608S/Desmodur N-3300 94/88 85/62 81/52
Note: 2.0-2.5 mils dry film thickness drawdowns on Alodine Aluminum

Formulating Suggestions

The two-component formulations given herein are recommended for initial evaluation of PARALOID AU-608S or
PARALOID AU-608X. The recommended ratio (solids basis) for PARALOID AU-608S or PARALOID AU-
608X/aliphatic isocyanate is 75/25 weight percent. This corresponds to a slight excess of isocyanate resin
(1.0/1.05 meq hydroxyl/isocyanate). For best pot life, polyurethane grade solvents are recommended and
contamination with water should be avoided. The following formulating suggestions are offered:

Isocyanate

Aliphatic (hexamethylenediisocyanates; HMDI) isocyanates are recommended for best weathering properties. The
isocyanates of HMDI, such as Desmodur N-3300 and Luxate HT 2000, impart better appearance durability in
PARALOID AU-608S urethane coatings than the biurets of HMDI, such as Desmodur N-75 (see exposure data in
Table 3). Either Desmodur N-3300 or Luxate HT 2000 can be substituted on an equal solids basis for Desmodur N-
75 in the formulations given herein.

Catalyst Suggestions

Coatings using PARALOID AU-608S or PARALOID AU-608X develop properties more rapidly with the use of a tin
catalyst such as Metacure™ T-12 (dibutyltin dilaurate). In practice, we recommend levels of 0.01 to 0.05% based
on vehicle solids. The lower level appears to be better for chemical resistance properties and extended pot life,
while the higher provides very rapid dry times.

Flow Aid

In many formulations, the addition of a flow aid is beneficial. Either SF-1023 Silicone or BYK™ 300 can be tried in
this application at a maximum of 0.1% on total resin solids.
UV Absorbers

The addition of UV absorbers (1% each of Tinuvin™ 328 and Tinuvin 292 on total resin solids) can enhance the
weathering properties of acrylic urethane coatings. Exposure data is included in Table 3.

Colorants

Most colors can be produced using a sand or media mill grind in PARALOID AU-608S and PARALOID AU-608X. In
some instances, it may be preferable to use a grinding medium such as PARALOID DM-55. If predispersed
colorants are preferred, we recommend the use of acrylic-based colorants such as the Colortrend™ 844 Series.

Solvents

If faster hardness development is required for PARALOID AU-608S based coatings, we recommend the use of
nbutyl acetate as a partial or total replacement for PM acetate in the suggested starting point formulation.

Defoamer

Dehydran™ ARA-7219 has been found to be an effective air release agent at 0.1 to 0.2% (on total paint weight) to
minimize foam, particularly in airless spray applications.

White Acrylic Urethane Enamel Formulation

Based on PARALOID AU-608S Resin
Formulation #G-608S-10
Materials Pounds Gallons
Component 1
PARALOID AU-608S 101.2 11.5
PM acetate 77.3 9.6
Titanium dioxide (TiPure™ R-960) 238.6 7.2
Sand grind the above for 20 minutes;
filter and let down with the following:
PARALOID AU-608S 352.8 40.6
PM acetate 90.0 11.0
BYK 300 0.4 0.1
Component 1 Total 827.3 80.0

Component 2
Desmodur N-3300 90.3 9.3
PM acetate 86.0 10.7
Component 2 Total 176.3 20.0
Total Paint 1003.6 100.0

Pot Life/Viscosity Progression

Formulation Constants #4 Ford Cup Viscosity (secs.)
PVC 16.0% Initial 59
Volume Solids 43.5% 1 hour 78
Weight Solids 56.7% 3 hours 83
Acrylic/Isocyanate, Wt.% 75/25 6 hours 95
Pigment/Binder Ratio 40/60
Viscosity #4 Ford Cup 59 sec. ICI Viscosity (poise)
Initial 2.4
1 hour 3.0
3 hours 3.4
6 hours 4.0
White Acrylic Enamel
Based on PARALOID AU-608X
Formulation #G-608X-10
Materials Pounds Gallons
Component 1
PARALOID AU-608X 100.0 11.83
n-Butyl Acetate (PUG) 100.0 13.70
Titanium dioxide (TiPure R-960) 232.3 7.02
Sand grind above to desired dispersion;
filter and let down with the following:
PARALOID AU-608X 355.8 42.11
n-Butyl Acetate (PUG) 38.7 5.30
BYK 300 0.8 0.10
Component 1 Total 827.6 80.0

Component 2
Desmodur N-3300 88.5 9.1
n-Butyl Acetate (PUG) 19.5 10.9
Component 2 Total 168.0 20.0
Total Paint 995.6 100.0

Pot Life/Viscosity Progression

Formulation Constants #4 Ford Cup Viscosity (secs.)
PVC 16.0% Initial 57
Volume Solids 45.0% 1 hour 79
Weight Solids 59.5% 3 hours 85
Acrylic/Isocyanate, Wt.% 75/25 6 hours 102
Pigment/Binder Ratio 40/60
Viscosity #4 Ford Cup 57 sec. ICI Viscosity (poise)
Initial 2.4
1 hour 3.0
3 hours 3.5
6 hours 4.2
Sources of Materials Recommended
Designation Description Supplier
PARALOID DM-55 Dispersing Resin The Dow Chemical Company
2030 Dow Center
Midland, MI 48674
989-636-1000
BYK 300 Flow Aid BYK-Chemie USA
524 South Cherry Street
Wallingford, CT 06492
203-265-2086
Metacure T-12 Tin Catalyst Air Products & Chemicals Inc.
P.O. Box 538
Allentown, PA 18105
800-345-3148
Dehydran ARA-7219 Defoamer Henkel Corporation
Process Chemicals Division
350 Mt. Kemble Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07960
201-267-1000
Desmodur N-75BA Aliphatic lsocyanate Bayer Corporation
Desmodur N-3300 100 Bayer Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
412-777-2000
Colortrend 844 Series Predispersed Colorants DeGussa (Creanova)
220 Davidson Avenue
Somerset, NJ 08873
732-560-6724
PM Acetate Solvent Lyondell Chemical
3801 West Chester Pike
Newtown Square, PA 19023
610-359-2000
SF-1023 Silicone Flow Aid General Electric Co.
Mechanicville Road
Waterford, NY 12188
518-237-3330
Tinuvin 328 UV Absorbers CIBA Specialty Chemicals
Tinuvin 292 540 White Plains Road
Tarrytown, NY 10591
800-200-8224
TiPure R-960 Titanium Dioxide E. I. duPont de Nemours & Co., Inc.
Chemicals & Pigments Dept.
Wilmington, DE 19898
800-441-9442
Luxate HT 2000 Aliphatic Isocyanate Lyondell Chemical
3801 West Chester Pike
Newtown Square, PA 19023
610-359-2000

Safe Handling Information

Any toxicity hazard associated with these products is likely due to the solvent portion of the product. Thus, it is
important to wear protective gloves and clothing when working with these products as well as to avoid
overexposure via inhalation. PARALOID AU-608S and AU-608X resins are not expected to be acutely toxic via
single oral or dermal exposure. They can be irritating to the skin and moderately irritating to the eyes.

Aliphatic isocyanates, including Desmodur N-75BA, which are recommended for formulation use, are known health
hazards if not handled properly. We, therefore, recommend that you contact your suppliers of isocyanates for
information regarding appropriate health and safety precautions for these materials prior to using them in your
facilities.

Dow Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) contain pertinent information that you may need to protect your
employees and customers against any known health or safety hazards associated with our products.
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hazardous substances to which they are exposed. Thus, it is important that you provide appropriate training and
information to your employees and make sure they have available to them MSDS on any hazardous products in
their workplace.

The Dow Chemical Company sends MSDS on non-OSHA hazardous as well as OSHA-hazardous products to both
the "bill to" and "ship to" locations of all our customers upon initial shipment (including samples) of all our
products (whether or not they are considered OSHA-hazardous). If you do not have access to one of these MSDS,
please contact your local Dow representative for an additional copy. Updated MSDS are sent upon revision to all
customers of record.

MSDS should be obtained from your suppliers of other materials recommended in this bulletin.

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These suggestions and data are based on information we believe to be reliable. They are offered in good faith, but without guarantee, as
conditions and methods of use of our products are beyond our control. We recommend that the prospective user determine the suitability of
our materials and suggestions before adopting them on a commercial scale.

Suggestions for uses of our products or the inclusion of descriptive material from patents and the citation of specific patents in this
publication should not be understood as recommending the use of our products in violation of any patent or as permission or license to use
any patents of The Dow Chemical Company.

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