BYK has an established history of innovation such as being the first additive manufacturer to begin using Controlled Polymerization Technology (CPT), launching the first rheology-modified wax emulsion, and being one of the first companies to use nanotechnology for improving Coatings properties. BYK invests approximately 7.5% of its earnings in R&D—three times more than the industry average.
BYK®-CATALYST 450 is an acid catalyst for solvent-borne and aqueous paint systems. It is a solution of an amine salt of para-toluene sulfonic acid. This product accelerates the crosslinking of amino resins with resins containing hydroxyl groups. Especiall...view more
BYK®-CATALYST 450 is an acid catalyst for solvent-borne and aqueous paint systems. It is a solution of an amine salt of para-toluene sulfonic acid. This product accelerates the crosslinking of amino resins with resins containing hydroxyl groups. Especially low reactive melamine formaldehyde resins of HMMM-type need an accelerator to lower the curing temperature or to reduce the baking time. In comparison with pure para-toluenesulfonic acid, the product shows considerably lower viscosity increase on storage which can extend shelf life 1,5 - 3 times. The additive allows a 10 to 20°C lower baking temperature compared to other blocked para-TSA catalysts (such as those with morpholine or aminomethylpropanol). view less
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