VIRIDYN DX
IMPERMEABLE, HYDROPHOBIC, OLEOPHOBIC, PFAS-FREE
VIRIDYN DX is a hard coating formulated for hydrophobicity, oleophobicity, and prevention of moisture and oxygen ingress. VIRIDYN DX is Fluorocarbons-free and PFAS-free.
Application methods: One-step, wipe-on coating. Dries quickly at room temperature.
Color: no colour when dry
Water contact angle: ~110°
Mineral oil roll off angle: < 5°
Key Features & Benefits
Hydrophobic & Oleophobic: Repels both water and oils.
Easy Application & Reapplication: Fast-curing, one-step system for consistent performance in the field.
High Durability: Ensures surface protection against harsh tactile environments.
RF-Transparency: VIRIDYN DX coatings allow radio frequency signals to pass through with minimal interference.
Chemical & Solvent Resistant: Impermeable to gas and corrosive pollutants.
Fluorocarbons & PFAS-Free: Ensuring environmental compliance.
Major Applications
Laboratory & Medical Devices: Used for coating plastic laboratory devices and microfluidic devices.
Membranes & Filtration: Maintains air permeability, Rayl values, and acoustic penetrance in fabrics, mesh, filters, and membranes.
Precision Components: Suitable for MR heads and other sensitive electronic parts.
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Chemistry: Hydrocarbon siloxane
Form: Liquid
Color: Clear - lightly turbid
Solvent options: Ethyl Acetate, Tert Butyl Acetate, or AS300
Solids: percent 4% to 40%
Specific gravity: 0.8 g/ml
Flammability risk: Solvents Ethyl Acetate and Tert Butyl Acetate are flammable. AS300 is not flammable
Soluble in Water: No
Dry film toxicity: Non-toxic and non-flammable
Temperature stability: > 500 degrees centigrade
Odor: Dry film has no odor
Film Hardness: 7H – 9H pencil lead hard
Refractive Index: ~1.4
Water contact angle: >100 degrees
Water roll-off: <40 degree roll-off angle
Mineral oil: contact angle >20 degrees
Mineral oil roll-off: <5 degree roll-off angle
UV light resistance: No yellowing observed