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Non-silicone oil DEFOAMERS
Why choose defoamers without silicone oil emulsions?
Foam control is critical in many industrial formulations, but not all defoamers are created equal.
While silicone oil emulsions are widely used, they can present significant drawbacks in certain applications, including formulation instability, surface defects, and contamination risks.
Non-silicone oil defoamers deliver reliable foam suppression without the disadvantages of silicone oils, making them the preferred choice in sensitive systems.
The products mentioned are silicone oil-free, not Si-free, and they do not lead to the application problems associated with silicone oils.
Applications where silicone oil emulsions should be avoided:
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Benefits: |
Issues avoid: |
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Applications where silicone-based defoamers should be avoided |
➡ Avoids fisheyes and adhesion failures |
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Printing Inks |
➡ Prevents print quality defects |
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Adhesives & sealants |
➡ Avoids surface contamination |
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Metalworking fluids |
➡ Prevents deposit formation on parts and tools |
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Electronics manufacturing |
➡ Avoids insulation or soldering issues |
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Food-contact & pharmaceutical processing |
➡ Where regulatory concerns prohibit silicone residues |
DEFOAMER key benefits:
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Benefits: |
Issues avoid: |
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No Surface Defects |
➡ Avoids craters, fisheyes, and coating defects common with silicone contamination. |
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Better Formulation Stability |
➡ Fully compatible with water-based and solvent-based systems, preventing phase separation |
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Residue-Free |
➡ Does not leave persistent hydrophobic films on substrates, minimizing cleaning issues |
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Universal Compatibility: |
➡ Safe for applications where post-processing (e.g., painting, coating, plating) is critical. |
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Easier Compliance: |
➡ No risk of silicone oil-induced contamination in industries with strict quality controls (e.g., automotive or electronics). |
DEFOAMER products:
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Product: |
Properties: |
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DEFOAMER 100 FI: |
The most universal silicone oil-free defoamer for all types of water-based, formulated fluids. |
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DEFOAMER 700: |
Excellent silicone oil-free defoamer for all types of water-based, formulated fluids with high polarity; excellent de-aeration properties along with defoaming properties |
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DEFOAMER 1000: |
Water-free, 100% active material, biocide free, very powerful defoamer with low-dosage-high efficiency. |
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