Bluesil™ EMUL 21848

• Smooth handle.
• Improves fabric elasticity and wrinkle recovery.
• Water repellence.
• Improves fabric tensile strength and tear strength.
• Low yellowing.
• May be applied by padding or exhaustion.
• Top finishing of leather.
• Stable dilution.
• Compatible with the most organic softeners and textile auxiliaries.
• Good durability.

• Applications by padding

When used alone, Bluesil™ EMUL 21848 should be diluted with cold water. The concentration of the padding liquid should be adjusted to give a pick-up of 0.2 - 2.0 % silicone solids on weight of fabric. The exact level required will depend upon the type of fabric and the level of softening effect required. The pH of the bath should be adjusted below 5.5. The fabric should be dried and cured at temperatures in excess of , however temperatures of 150°C are recommended. The full softening effect is manifested after adequate fabric conditioning at atmospheric conditions. Highly diluted mixtures of the product should be stored for no longer then 48 hours at ambient conditions. When used with organic softening agents or other finishing chemicals the compatibility of the system should be pre-checked prior to use.

• Application by exhaustion

Any equipment suitable for exhaustion dyeing will also be suitable for Bluesil™ EMUL 21848 application. A final level of 0.2 - 2.0 % silicone solids on weight of fabric will give an excellent handle and optimum levels will depend upon fabric type and required softness. The pH of the bath should be adjusted to 3.0 - 5.0 and the temperature raised to prior to addition of Bluesil™ EMUL 21848. The BBluesil™ EMUL 21848 should then be added and the temperature held at this level for 45 - 60 minutes when exhaustion takes places. The fabric should be dried and cured.

Bluesil™ EMUL 21848 may be stored at temperatures between 2°C / 36°F and 30°C / 86°F for up to 12 months from its date of manufacturing.