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AEROTEX® NMA-LF Monomer

Technical Datasheet

INTRODUCTION STABILITY AND STORAGE


AEROTEX NMA-LF is specifically designed to provide effective self- AEROTEX NMA-LF is highly reactive, thus, it is essential that precautions be
crosslinking performance together with a significant reduction in both the taken to maintain stability during shipping and storage. The stability of the
formaldehyde present in the resulting emulsion polymer and the solution is dependent mainly upon oxygen level, contaminants, storage
formaldehyde released to the environment upon curing. AEROTEX NMA-LF temperature, and pH.
combines the cost effectiveness of AEROTEX NMA with a dramatic AEROTEX NMA-LF has a shelf life of 180 days from the date of manufacture
reduction in total formaldehyde. and should be stored in a cool place where the temperature range is
The active self-crosslinking species of AEROTEX NMA-LF is N- between 0°C and 29°C.
methylolacrylamide (NMA). NMA contains both a vinyl group and an N-
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methylol group. The vinyl group is reactive and enables the NMA to be
readily incorporated into a variety of polymer backbones. Once
SAFETY AND HANDLING
incorporated into the polymer, the methylol group can be triggered to Before using AEROTEX NMA LF, consult the Safety Data Sheet for additional
undergo crosslinking with itself, other functional groups in the polymer information on hazards, handling procedures, and recommended
(such as hydroxyls or amines), or with cellulosic substrates. The bifunctional protective equipment.
feature of AEROTEX NMA-LF ultimately results in latex binders which
provide important performance properties to the final product, such as wet
strength, tear strength, and solvent resistance.
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APPLICATION AREAS
The applications of AEROTEX NMA-LF range from adhesives and binders in
papermaking, textiles, and non-wovens to a variety of surface coatings and
resins for varnishes, films and sizing agents.
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TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Color Yellow to pink
Color, APHA ≤ 40
Total solids, % by weight 46 - 50
Free formaldehyde, % by weight ≤ 0.25
Copper in solution, ppm ≤ 2.5
MEHQ inhibitor, ppm 30 ± 5
pH 5.5 - 7.0
Specific Gravity at 25°C 1.05 g/ml

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