Aquaflow™ XLS nonionic synthetic associative thickeners
Aquaflow XLS nonionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSATs) represent breakthrough, second-generation liquid rheology modifiers for water-based paints and coatings. XLS stands for "eXceptional Leveling and Sag resistance" and the breakthrough is hard-to-achieve balance of sag-resistance with the superior leveling of characteristic NSAT thickeners.
In all waterborne latex paints, Aquaflow XLS offers painters a virtually drip-free application. Applied hiding is often enhanced due to the superior flow and leveling that helps to eliminate brush marks.
Viscosity retention on tinting (VRT) is typically improved with XLS in paints that are post-tinted with universal colorant systems. Tinted paint viscosity is more predictable and the superior sag resistance is retained, even after deep tinting.
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- Asia Pacific
- Europe, Middle East, Africa, India
- Latin America and South America
- North America
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Aquaflow XLS NSATs are the latest-generation for high performance waterborne paints and coatings.
• Highly efficient low shear (Brookfield and KU) rheology build
• Drip-free application
• Solvent-free and APEO-free formulation
• Color stable
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- Technical Information
- Aquaflow™ XLS-530 Nonionic Synthetic Associative Rheology Modifier for Paints and Coatings
- Aquaflow™ XLS-525 Non-Ionic Synthetic Associative Rhelogy Modifier for Low-VOC Based Paints and Coatings
- Aquaflow™ XLS-500 Non-Ionic Synthetic Associative Rhelogy Modifier for Low-VOC Acrylic Based Paints and Coatings
- Product Information
- Aquaflow™ Nonionic Synthetic Associative Thickeners Selection Guide (Europe)
- Formulations
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic Flat Deep Tint Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-500 and Natrosol™ Plus 330
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic High Gloss Neutral Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-525
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic Satin White/Pastel Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-500
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic Semi-gloss Deep Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-500
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) PVA/Acrylic Blend Semi-Gloss Deep Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-525 and Natrosol™ Plus 330
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic Semi-gloss Deep Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-525
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic Semi-gloss Deep Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-500 and Natrosol™ Plus 330
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic Flat Deep Tint Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-525 and Natrosol™ Plus 330
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) 100% Acrylic High Gloss Neutral Base With Aquaflow™ XLS-500
- Low VOC (< 50 g/l) Vinyl Acrylic Satin White With Aquaflow™ XLS-525
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Thickener Performance Comparison
Compare the performance of next-generation Aquaflow XLS to conventional low-shear effective HEUR thickeners. Aquaflow XLS imparts superior sag resistance and viscosity retention on tinting with universal colorant systems, and also provides other characteristics that enhance its value as a thickening additive.
Sag Resistance Comparison
The photographs to the right demonstrate the superior sag resistance of Aquaflow XLS. It compares sag drawdowns of a typical 50 VOC, acrylic, semi-gloss paint, post tinted at 12 oz/gal colorant (8 percent w/w). The photo on top is a conventional HEUR thickener; the photo on the bottom shows the same paint thickened with Aquaflow XLS-500 / NHS-300.
Despite similar pre-tinting Stormer (KU) viscosity, Aquaflow XLS virtually eliminates dripping.
Conventional HEUR thickener
Paint thickened with Aquaflow XLS-500 / NHS-300