Used in coatings, paints, inks, adhesives, and sealants. It is useful to enhance bond strength and as a reinforcing and thickening agent.
Uses
Silicone Dioxide is used as an adhesive and may be helpful as a thickening agent of anti-corrosion pigments.
Benefits
• Strengthens bonds
• Prevents resin separation
• Versatile
Usage Rate
The usage for this product depends on the nature of the formulation, thus there is no exact recommended concentration.
Strengths
It has a wide range of applications across industries.
Caution
Silicone Dioxide (commonly known as precipitated silica) is a form of synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide, derived from quartz sand, its crystalline form. It has a wide range of performance-enhancing features ideal for many applications.
This product appears as a white, powdery compound and is mainly used as a filler, softener, and performance enhancer in rubber and plastics.