Textile enhancer IOTA 238
Description
IOTA 238 is a new textile enhancer based on our patented (AB)n technology
that has given rise to world-renowned products such as IOTA textile enhancer and IOTA NT textile enhancer. IOTA 238 textile
enhancer can help provide outstanding softness and slickness to fabrics and
garments, while minimizing the problem of yellowing, shear stability and
thermal migration. This new product is water dispersible and can be effective
at dosage levels three to four times lower than amino silicone fluids.
IOTA 238 textile enhancer may be used on a variety of fabrics but may be
most beneficial for synthetics, synthetic/cotton blends, polyester fleece and wool.
Key Features and Benefits
• Linear Molecular
Architecture
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• Effective at 3-5 g/lt in the bath, as received. It may provide a high
level of natural softness to synthetics and their blends
with natural fibers
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•High Molecular
Weight
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• Delivers
properties similar to those of reactive elastomeric finishes, such as
durability and resistance
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• Hindered Amine
Functionality
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• Low yellowing
•Good stability
under most finishing conditions, including jet/overflow
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• Combines Hydrophilic
and Silicone
Moieties
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• May be co-applied
with crease (durable press) resist resins
• Self-dispersible, no need for emulsifiers, hence potentially lower cost
for formulators and mills
• May be blended directly into the textile finishing bath with minimal
agitation
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• Low Viscosity
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• Easy to handle
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Typical Physical Properties
Property
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Unit
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Value
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Appearance
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–
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Colorless to
slightly hazy, light yellow fluid
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Viscosity at
25°C
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CSt
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5000
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Specific Gravity
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–
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1.046
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Amine Content
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%
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0.12
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Preferred
Diluent
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–
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Water
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Processing Recommendations
IOTA 238 textile enhancer may be considered for use in textile finishing
of all synthetics, synthetic/cotton blends, polyester fleece and wool. It typically
provides good lubricity and hand-feel during the manufacture of polyester
fleece. IOTA 238 textile enhancer may also be used on cotton fabrics.
IOTA 238 textile enhancer should be used at a dosage level of 3-5 g/liter
in the bath. Higher dosage levels are not recommended and in certain cases, may
be detrimental to the performance of this product. Even though IOTA 238 textile
enhancer is one of the most stable silicone finishes in the market, it is best to use
soft water for its dilutions. If this not available, it is prudent to test the
complete bath for stability before applying it in production.
Packaging
IOTA 238 textile enhancer is available in pails of 19kgs net weight and in
drums of 212kgs net weight.
Product Safety, Handling and Storage
container protected
from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from
incompatible materials and food and drink. Store locked up. Keep container
tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened
must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in
unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental
contamination.