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Polyurethane & Silicone Coatings

Metal-based catalysts are used in the formulation of polyurethane and silicone coatings. Polyurethane coatings offer resistance to abrasion and overall durability, while silicone coatings are known for heat resistance and electrical insulation properties, making them absolutely essential for the electrical industry.

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Title Chemical Name Key Attribute 1 Key Attribute 2
Reaxis C125 Stannous Neodecanoate Inorganic Tin(II) High Reactivity
Reaxis C129 Stannous Octoate Inorganic Tin(II) High Reactivity
Reaxis C160 Stannous Oxalate Inorganic Tin(II) High metal content
Reaxis C188 Stannous Oxide Inorganic Tin(II) High metal content
Reaxis C2012 M70 Dibutyltin Blend Blends/Complexes Low viscosity
Reaxis C2013 Dioctyltin Diacetyl Acetonate Dioctyl Tin Low viscosity
Reaxis C208 Dioctyltin bis-(2-ethylhexanoate) Dioctyl Tin Liquid
Reaxis C214 Dioctyltin bis-(isooctyl mercaptoacetate) Thiol-bearing Delayed action
Reaxis C216 Dioctyltin Dilaurate Dioctyl Tin Low viscosity
Reaxis C218 Dibutyltin Dilaurate High Reactivity Low viscosity
Reaxis C220 Monobutyltin Tris-(2-ethylhexanoate) Monoalkyl Tin Low viscosity
Reaxis C221 Dibutyltin Dineodecanoate High Reactivity Liquid
Reaxis C226 Dibutyl Tin bis-(acetylacetonate) High Reactivity Low viscosity
Reaxis C227 Dibutyltin bis-(1-thioglycerol) Hydrolytic stability Thiol-bearing
Reaxis C228 Dioctyltin Diacetate Dioctyl Tin High Reactivity
Reaxis C233 Dibutyltin Diacetate High metal content High Reactivity
Reaxis C248 Dibutyltin Oxide High metal content Solid
Reaxis C248D Dibutyltin Oxide/ Plasticizer Blend Blends/Complexes Liquid
Reaxis C248DN Dibutyltin Oxide/Plasticizer Blend Blends/Complexes Liquid
Reaxis C248DP Dibutyltin Oxide/Plasticizer Blend Blends/Complexes Liquid
Reaxis C248LC Dibutyltin Oxide High metal content Solid
Reaxis C248T Dibutyltin Oxide + Silane Complex Blends/Complexes Low viscosity
Reaxis C248VM Dibutyltin Oxide + Silane Blends/Complexes Low viscosity
Reaxis C314 Dioctyltin bis-(2-ethylhexyl maleate) Dioctyl Tin Liquid
Reaxis C316 Dimethyltin Dioleate (Dimethyl bis(oleoyloxy stannane) High Reactivity Liquid
Reaxis C317 Dibutyltin bis-(2-ethylhexyl maleate) Low viscosity Liquid
Reaxis C318 Dioctyltin Dineodecanoate Dioctyl Tin Liquid
Reaxis C319 Dibutyltin Dilauryl Mercaptide High Reactivity Thiol-bearing
Reaxis C320 Dioctyltin Dilauryl Mercaptide Dioctyl Tin Thiol-bearing
Reaxis C3208 Bismuth Neodecanoate Non-Tin High metal content
Reaxis C3209 Bismuth Neodecanoate (Low Viscosity) Non-Tin Low viscosity
Reaxis C3210 Bismuth Octoate (Catalyst Grade) Non-Tin High Reactivity
Reaxis C322 Dibutyltin bis-(2-ethylhexyl mercaptoacetate) Thiol-bearing Delayed action
Reaxis C325 Dimethyltin Dineodecanoate High Reactivity Liquid
Reaxis C333W50 Water Soluble Tin Complex No Key Attribute No Key Attribute
Reaxis C416 Dioctyltin bis-(2-ethylhexyl mercaptoacetate) Thiol-bearing Delayed action
Reaxis C417 Dioctyltin Oxide/Silane Complex Blends/Complexes Low viscosity
Reaxis C417V Dioctyltin Oxide and Silane Blends/Complexes Low viscosity
Reaxis C417VM Dioctyltin Oxide/Silane Complex Blends/Complexes Low viscosity
Reaxis C418 Dibutyltin bis-(isooctyl mercaptoacetate) Thiol-bearing Delayed action
Reaxis C616 Zinc Neodecanoate Non-Tin Liquid
Reaxis C620 Zinc Octoate Non-Tin Liquid
Reaxis C708 Zinc/Bismuth Neodecanoate Blend Non-Tin Blends/Complexes
Reaxis C716 Bismuth Neodecanoate Non-Tin Liquid
Reaxis C716LV Bismuth Neodecanoate (Low Viscosity) Non-Tin Low viscosity
Reaxis C717 Zinc/Bismuth Octoate Blend Non-Tin Blends/Complexes
Reaxis C719 Bismuth Methanesulfonate Solution Non-Tin Aqueous solution
Reaxis C739P50 Proprietary Water Soluble Bismuth Complex Non-Tin Hydrolytic stability
Reaxis C739W50 Water Soluble Bismuth Complex Non-Tin Hydrolytic stability
Reaxis E155 Stannous Sulfate Crystal Inorganic Tin(II) High metal content

Metal-based Catalysts and Polymerization

Metal-based catalysts play a crucial role in the polymerization process that occurs during the synthesis of these coatings, with different catalysts producing different final results in the coating created. Metal-based catalysts tend to be the preferred product for these applications, as metal-based catalysts like dibutyltin oxide, dioctyltin dilaurate, stannous octoate, dibutyltin dilaurate and bismuth neodecanoate lead to faster curing times and more efficient overall production times than competing products.

Polyurethane Coatings

In the formulation of polyurethane coatings, metal-based catalysts are used to begin the reaction between diisocyanates and polyols, which are the central components in polyurethane coatings. Commonly used metal catalysts include tin chemicals, bismuth catalysts, and zinc compounds, which help to facilitate the reaction between the two components and ensure an efficient curing process in the creation of these coatings. The specific catalyst used to create each coating depends on the desired properties of the polyurethane coating, such as its hardness, flexibility, or chemical resistance. If you’re looking for a catalyst for foams, we also offer polyurethane foam chemicals.

Silicone Coatings

Similarly, metal-based catalysts are also used in the formulation of silicone coatings. These catalysts play a critical role in the crosslinking process that occurs during the synthesis of silicone coatings. The specific metal-based catalyst used in production depends on the desired properties of the silicone coating, such as its heat resistance or flexibility, the needs of which vary by application.

Advantages of Using Metal-Based Catalysts in Coating Production

The use of metal-based catalysts in the production of polyurethane and silicone coatings allows for a controlled and efficient curing process, resulting in coatings with pre-selected properties and performance characteristics. Choosing the appropriate metal catalyst for each application is essential to create the coating that you need.

If you’re unsure which catalyst you need, contact us with your questions and we’ll help you find what you need. You can also request a sample of each chemical on their respective product pages.