Trapylen® 950 X is a chlorine-free polyolefin designed for superior adhesion on polyolefinic surfaces like polypropylene, PP/EPDM thermoplastic rubbers, and, to a lesser extent, polyethylene. functions as an adhesion promoter in printing inks, adhesives, and paints. As a primer, dissolve 5% solids in xylene for application via spraying, dipping, brushing, or printing.

Chemical Family: Maleics, Polyolefins

Functions: Adhesion Promoter, Coupling Agent

Product Type: Primer

Labeling Claims: Chlorine-free

Application Area: Automotive Bumpers, Furniture, Lamination, Mobile, Panels

Application Method: Brush, Dip Coating, Spray

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Ready-to-Use Product Features
Product Highlights
  • TRAPYLEN® 950 X is newly developed chlorine-free polyolefin with excellent adhesion properties on polyolefinic substrates such as polypropylene, PP/EPDM thermoplastic rubbers and - with limitations to adhesion strength - as well to polyethylene. TRAPYLEN® 950 X is used as adhesion promoter for in printing inks, adhesives and paints, or as a straight primer.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Area
Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Coating End Applications
Product Applications
  • Using TRAPYLEN® 950 X as a primer dissolve the resin in xyiene to 5 % solids. This primer can be applied by spraying, dipping, brushing or printing.
    • Drying conditions: 30 s at 80 °C.
    • Residual quantity: 3 - 4 g/m².
  • When using TRAPYLEN® 950 X as adhesion promoter in base coats/pigmented primers, the compatibility of the system must be checked. The resulting base coat can be applied by spraying, dipping, brushing or printing if the system allows it.
    • Drying conditions: Usually 30 min at 80 °C.
    • Residual quantity: about 15 g/m².

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Light yellowish granules
Soluble in
Xylene
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dynamic Viscosity (at 10% in xylene)60.0mPas
Molecular Weight60000g/mol-
Solid Content10.0%-
Total Amino Acid Profile
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Softening Range105.0 - 120.0°C
Note
  • Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
  • Also available in solid form.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA
Packaging Information
  • Iron drums of 170 kg.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
  • At least 3 months in closed packing at 15°C.