RHOPLEX® VSR-5102

RHOPLEX® VSR-5102 is a 100% Acrylic Binder designed for low-VOC interior and exterior flat to semi-gloss coatings. RHOPLEX® VSR-5102 can be formulated with little or no coalescent to pass the most stringent VOC regulations and is manufactured without the use of APEO surfactants. RHOPLEX® VSR-5102 offers a good balance of abrasive scrub resistance and stain removal along with very good exterior durability and dirt pick up resistance facilitating the formulation of high quality, low-VOC and low odor interior and exterior paints.

Principal: Dow Coating Materials

Chemical Family: Chemical Mixtures & Blends

End Uses: Paper Coating

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Alkyds, Paper

Features: Alkali Resistance, Blister Resistance, Blocking Resistance, Dirt Pickup Resistance, Easy Stain Cleanup, Excellent Scrub Resistance, Grain Crack Resistance, Low Odor, Low VOC, Outdoor Durability

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
CASE Ingredients Functions
Binder & Resin
Chemical Family
Chemical Mixtures & Blends
Function
Binder
Product Code
MITM13767
Single Ingredient
Yes
Technologies
CASE
Product Families
CASE — Resins & Binders
Acrylics

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Alkali Resistance,
Blister Resistance,
Blocking Resistance,
Dirt Pickup Resistance,
Easy Stain Cleanup,
Excellent Scrub Resistance,
Grain Crack Resistance,
Low Odor,
Low VOC,
Outdoor Durability
Labeling Claims
Alkylphenol Ethoxylate (APEO)-free,
Low VOC
Key Features and Benefits
  • Low VOC Capable - no coalescent required in many formulations
  • Low Odor
  • APEO-free (manufactured without the use of APEO surfactants)
  • Interior/Exterior Capable
  • Blendable with vinyl-acrylic binders
  • Excellent balance of scrub resistance and stain removal
  • Very good early block resistance
  • Very good adhesion to gloss alkyd
  • Very good exterior durability and dirt pick up resistance
  • Excellent early blister resistance
  • Very good alkali resistance

Applications & Uses

Coating End Applications
Paper Coating
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Vinyl Acrylics
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Alkyds,
Paper
Markets
Industrial,
Paints & Coatings
Applications
Industrial — Paper & Pulp
Coated Paper & Paperboard
Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction
Architectural Coatings

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Safety & Health

Safety Precautions

Dispose in accordance with all local, state (provincial) and federal regulations. Empty containers may contain hazardous residues. RHOPLEX® VSR-5102 Emulsion and its container must be disposed in a safe and legal manner.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Totes (IBC)

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000005
Principal
Dow Coating Materials

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Store RHOPLEX® VSR-5102 Emulsion in tightly closed original containers at temperatures recommended on the product label.

Other

Appearance
Milky white to off-white liquid
Color (SDS)
White
Item Number
ITM21732
Odor (SDS)
Ammonia
Protect from Freezing
Yes
Temperature Control
Yes
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH7.0-8.3-
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Solid Content49.0-50.0-
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulking Value0.113-as wet
Bulking Value0.106-dry basis
Density8.84 lb/gallb/gal
Film Forming Temperature0.0 °C°C
Storage Temperature34.0-120.0 °F°F
Viscositymax. 1000.0 cPscPsat 25°C, 60 rpm, #3 spindle
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point (SDS)100.0 °C°Cat 212°F, water
Evaporation Rate (SDS)max. 1.0 %%Butyl acetate = 1
Relative Vapor Density (SDS)max. 1.0-Air = 1
Specific Gravity (SDS)1.0-1.2-Water = 1
Vapor Pressure (SDS)max. 1.0-
Viscosity (SDS)max. 1000.0 cPscPs
Volatile Content (SDS)50.0-52.0 %%
pH (SDS)7.3-8.3-
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life0.0-