Carboset CR-717

Acrylic Copolymer Emulsion

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

General Description
Carboset CR-717 resin is a non-yellowing, water white hydroxy-functional acrylic copolymer emulsion
designed to be crosslinked for optimal performance in lacquer topcoats and sealers on wood. Coatings
produced with Carboset CR-717 resin demonstrate exceptional hardness, clarity, appearance and
chemical/stain resistance. Carboset CR-717 resin can also be catalyzed for faster development of
hardness and print resistance.
The hydroxy-functionality of Carboset CR-717 resin is ideal for crosslinking to provide
performance properties exceeding that of traditional nitrocellulose lacquers. A suitable
crosslinking agent is Bayhydur XP-7063 (Bayer Corporation). Bayhydur XP-7063 is a water
dispersible aliphatic polyisocyanate which crosslinks with the hydroxy-functionality of the
Carboset CR-717 resin. The resultant coating has good pot life, excellent application
characteristics (low microfoam), rapid cure and outstanding cured-coating performance. Other
crosslinkers may also be used with Carboset CR-717 resin.
Suggested Applications
Factory applied wood lacquers
Institutional furniture finishes
Kitchen cabinet finishes-passes KCMA

Office product finishes

Sanding sealers
High-gloss or satin finishes

Performance Features
Water white, non yellowing
KCMA performance
Low microfoam, excellent clarity

Excellent hardness
Excellent water resistance
Excellent chemical and stain resistance

Typical Physical Properties*

Appearance
Total Solids by Weight, %
Total Solids by Volume, %
Density, pounds per gallon
Density, Specific Gravity
pH
MFFT
Brookfield Viscosity-RVT
25C, #3 Spindle, cps
Acid Number
Hydroxyl Number
Equivalent Wt.
Freeze/Thaw Stability

White Translucent Emulsion

38.0
36.4
8.7
1.04
4.0 - 6.0
26C
35
24
52
1079
Protect from Freezing

*Property values represent typical results only and are not to be considered specifications.
June 4, 2007
The information contained herein is believed to be reliable, but no representations, guarantees or warranties of any kind are made as to its accuracy, suitability for
particular applications or the results to be obtained. The information is based on laboratory work with small-scale equipment and does not necessarily indicate end
product performance. Because of the variations in methods, conditions and equipment used commercially in processing these materials, no warranties or guarantees
are made as to the suitability of the products for the applications disclosed. Full-scale testing and end product performance are the responsibility of the user. Lubrizol
Advanced Materials, Inc. shall not be liable for and the customer assumes all risk and liability of any use or handling of any material beyond Lubrizol Advanced
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OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Nothing contained herein is to be considered as permission, recommendation, nor as an
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2007 The Lubrizol Corporation

Lubrizol Advanced Materials, Inc.

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Typical Performance Data

CURE RESPONSE DEVELOPMENT OF MEK RESISTANCE
Model Formula CR-717-02B
(1.5 WFT over Aluminum Panel)
MEK DOUBLE RUBS
Room Temperature
Bake 10 min @ 120F
Bake 10 min @ 150F

1 Hour 2 Hours
5
8
7
12
12
18

3 Hours
10
13
20

4 Hours
11
14
20

(1)

6 Hours
12
15
21

8 Hours
13
16
22

16 Hours 24 Hours
20
21
18
20
24
25

Notes:
(1) Heavy pressure with finger wrapped in gauze, soaked in MEK.
(2) Ultimate MEK resistance at 2-3 week cure is 20-28 MEK double rubs, regardless of initial bake temperature.
(3) Uncrosslinked formulation (not shown) shows less than 10 MEK double rubs.

HARDNESS DEVELOPMENT WITH VARIOUS CROSSLINKERS

(4)

Formulation

Crosslinker

Konig Hardness -- seconds

(1)
After 3 Weeks
20 min. Cool Down
Cured 10 min.
Cured 10 min.
@ 120F
@ 150F
Cured
Cured
@ 120F

Model Formula
CR-717-02B

Model Formula
(3)
CR-717-02B

@ 150F

XP-7063(2) @ 0.9/1.0
NCO/OH Ratio
1.0/1.0
1.5/1.0
2.0/1.0

XAMA -2 @ 6 phr

48 (25)

67(64)

118(107)

125(120)

38
25
18
66(69)

70
56
36
95(100)

104
113
111
110(114)

116
114
121
111(124)

65(75)

83(89)

98(120)

110(122)

XAMA -7 @ 6 phr

Notes:
(1) Numbers in parentheses are values obtained when original 2-K coating mixes were re-inoculated with additional
crosslinker after 8 hours. For Bayhydur, lower Konig values at 20 minute interval likely due to some plasticization with additional
Bayhydur.
(2) Bayhydur XP-7063

(3) XAMA-2 or XAMA-7 replaces Bayhydur as the crosslinker. NOTE: Xama -2 has been discontinued by the manufacturer.
(4) Konig hardness reproducibility is approximately 5.
120F Print Resistance Results

CARBOSET CR-717 Resin

Model Formula
Model Formula
CR-717-03
Model Formula
CR-717-02B
Catalyzed
(Non-HAPS)
CR-717-01D
Immediate (10 min. cool)
4
1
3
24 hours
2
0
1
7 days
0
0
0
Test Rating: 0 = No effect; 6 = Worst effect
Coatings were sprayed on white oak; 2 coats (self-primed); total dft=1.5 mil; Each coat baked 15 min. @ 140F.
Print Test: 4 Pound Weight, 1 hour @ 120F
.

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Typical Performance Data

CARBOSET CR-717 Resin

KCMA Test Results

Model Formula
CR-717-01D

Model Formula
CR-717-02B (Catalyzed)

Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Stain, fades to pass
Pass

Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Stain, fades to pass
Pass

Stain Tests (24 hr.)

Vinegar
Lemon Juice
Orange Juice
Grape Juice
Ketchup
Coffee
Olive Oil
100 Proof Alcohol
Mustard (1 hr)
409 Cleaner

Detergent and Water Resistance

Pass: No Delamination
No Swelling
No Blistering
No Whitening

Pass: No Delamination
No Swelling
No Blistering
No Whitening

Coatings were sprayed on white oak; 2 coats (self-primed); total dft = 1.5 mil; panels allowed to dry 14 Days.

Office Furniture Test Results

Carboset CR-717 Resin

System
Test Reagent

Tap Water
Coffee
1% Dawn Detergent
Old English Red Oil
Mineral Spirits
50% Ethanol
Black Felt Papermate Marker
Acetone
Nail Polish Remover (Cutex)
Amyl Acetate
Coty 24 Lipstick
Mustard
Tomato Juice
Grape Juice
Coca-Cola
Papermate Blue Ball Pen
Liquid Correction Fluid
Total Sum

Model Formula

Competitive

Model Formula

CR-717-02B

2-K W/B

CR-717-01D

Catalyzed

0
0
0
0
0
0
0.5
0
0
0
2
4
0
0
0
0.5
2
9

0
0
0
0
0
0
0.5
0
0
0
2
4
0
0
0
0.5
2
9

Commercial

Commercial W/B

Acrylic Emulsion S/B NC Lacquer Acid Catalyzed

0
0
0
0
0
0
0.5
0
1
1
3
6
0
0
0
1
3
15.5

0
1
3
0
0
6
0
6
6
6
1
0
0
0
1
1
0
31

Coatings were sprayed on white oak; 2 coats (self-primed); total dft = 1.5 mil; panels allowed to dry 14 days.
Reagents placed on coated panel, covered with watch gloss for 16 hours.
Individual test ratings: 0 = No effect; 6 = Worst effect.

0
0
0
1
0
3
1
0
6
6
1
6
0
0
0
1
0
25

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Typical Performance Data

GLOSS CLEAR WOOD LACQUER
Model Formula CR-717-01D
Material

Pounds

Gallons

Use

This is a 2-K system, with Components #1 & #2 to be mixed just prior to use.
Component #1:
Add to clean tank. Add all ingredients with agitation.

Carboset CR-717 resin

Water

659.73
130.06

75.83
15.63

OH-Functional Acrylic Emulsion

Adjust pH to 8.0 with DMEA or ammonia

Premix next four items before adding. Add slowly with agitation.
Glycol Ether EB

Surfynol 104H
Water

Surfynol DF110

21.22
6.07
38.84
2.36
858.28

2.83
0.77
4.67
0.28
100.00

Cosolvent
Flow Additive
Defoamer

2-K System: Mixing of Component #1 with Bayhydur XP-7063

(Recommended Ratio: 100 parts polymer to 20 parts Bayhydur)
(NCO:OH ratio is 0.87:1.0)
Component #1

720.82

83.82
Add water, mix

Water

98.31

11.82

(to maintain 30% T.S.)

Add Bayhydur with moderate agitation, mix for 1
- 2 minutes.

Bayhydur XP-7063

42.06
861.19

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF COMPONENT #1

Total Solids by Weight, %
30.0
Total Solids by Volume, %
28.9
Density, lb./gal.
8.58
VOC
pounds/gallon
0.64
gm/liter
76
Viscosity -#2 Zahn, sec.
50 - 70
pH
8.0 - 8.2

4.37
100.01

Crosslinker

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF 2K MIXTURE

Total Solids by Weight, %
30.0
Total Solids by Volume, %
28.5
Density, lb./gal.
8.61
VOC
pounds/gallon
0.73
gm/liter
88
pH
7.5 - 8.0
Ford #4 Cup Viscosity - seconds
20-30
Gel Time
32 hrs.
Gloss
20/60
81/88
DOI
97
MFT - C
5

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Formulation
GLOSS CLEAR WOOD LACQUER -- CATALYZED
Model Formula CR-717-02B
Pounds

Material

Gallons

Use

This is a 2-K system, with Components #1 & #2 to be mixed just prior to use.
Component #1:
Add to clean tank. Add all ingredients with agitation.

Carboset CR-717 resin

Water

659.70
130.06

75.83
15.63

OH-Functional Acrylic Emulsion

Adjust pH to 8.0 with DMEA or ammonia.

Premix next four items before adding. Add slowly with agitation.
Glycol Ether EB

Surfynol 104H
Water

Surfynol DF110

21.22
6.07
38.84
2.36

2.83
0.77
4.67
0.28

Cosolvent
Flow Additive
Defoamer

Add with good agitation.

Metacure T-12

0.03
858.28

0.002
100.00

Catalyst*

(*Note on Catalyst: Level of catalyst can be varied to achieve faster or slower cure, depending on application and drying
requirements.)
2-K System: Mixing of Component #1 with Bayhydur XP-7063
(Recommended Ratio: 100 parts polymer to 20 parts Bayhydur)
(NCO:OH ratio is 0.87:1.0)
Component #1

720.82

83.82
Add water, mix

Water

98.31

11.82

(to maintain 30% T.S.)

Add Bayhydur with moderate agitation, mix for 1
- 2 minutes.

Bayhydur XP-7063

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF COMPONENT

Total Solids by Weight, %
Total Solids by Volume, %
Density, lb./gal.
VOC
pounds/gallon
gm/liter
Viscosity -#2 Zahn, sec.
pH

42.06
861.19
#1
30.0
28.9
8.58
0.64
76
50 - 70
8.0 - 8.2

4.37
100.01

Crosslinker

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF 2K MIXTURE

Total Solids by Weight, %
30.0
Total Solids by Volume, %
28.5
Density, lb./gal.
8.61
VOC
pounds/gallon
0.73
gm/liter
88
pH
7.5 - 8.0
Ford #4 Cup Viscosity - seconds
20-30
Gel Time
32 hrs.
Gloss
20/60
81/88
DOI
97
MFT - C
5

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Formulation
GLOSS CLEAR WOOD LACQUER LOW VOC/NON-HAPS
Model Formula CR-717-03
Pounds

Material

Gallons

Use

This is a 2-K system, with Components #1 & #2 to be mixed just prior to use.
Component #1:
Add to clean tank. Add all ingredients with agitation.

Carboset CR-717 resin

Water

667.05
131.51

76.67
15.81

OH-Functional Acrylic Emulsion

Adjust pH to 8.0 with DMEA or ammonia.

Premix next five items before adding. Add slowly with agitation.
Glycol Ether TPnB

Surfynol 104H
Water

Byk -333

Surfynol DF66

7.76
6.47
38.38
8.62
0.86

0.99
0.82
4.61
1.00
0.10

Cosolvent
Flow Additive
Slip Aid
Defoamer

Add with good agitation.

Metacure T-12

0.03
860.68

0.002
100.00

Catalyst*

2-K System: Mixing of Component #1 with Bayhydur XP-7063

(Recommended Ratio: 100 parts polymer to 20 parts Bayhydur)
(NCO:OH ratio is 0.87:1.0)
Component #1

700.30

81.37
Add water, mix

Water

119.71

14.39

(to provide 30% T.S.)

Add Bayhydur with moderate agitation, mix for 1
- 2 minutes.

Bayhydur XP-7063

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF COMPONENT

Total Solids by Weight, %
Total Solids by Volume, %
Density, lb./gal.
VOC
pounds/gallon
gm/liter
Viscosity -#2 Zahn, sec.
pH

40.86
860.87
#1
31.04
29.97
8.61
0.34
41
30 40
8.0 - 8.2

4.24
100.00

Crosslinker

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF 2K MIXTURE

Total Solids by Weight, %
30.0
Total Solids by Volume, %
28.63
Density, lb./gal.
8.61
VOC
pounds/gallon
0.29
gm/liter
35
pH
7.5 - 8.0
Ford #4Cup Viscosity - seconds
10-20
Gel Time
32 hrs.
Gloss
20/60
81/88
DOI
97
MFT - C
5

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Formulation
WHITE HIGH GLOSS BAKING ENAMEL
Model Formula CR-717-04
Pounds

Material

Gallons

Use

This is a 2-K system, with Components #1 & #2 to be mixed just prior to use.
Component #1:
Add to clean tank. Add all ingredients with agitation.
585.79
67.33
OH-Functional Acrylic Emulsion
115.34
13.86

Carboset CR-717 resin

Water

Adjust pH to 8.0 with DMEA or ammonia.

Premix next four items before adding. Add slowly with agitation.
24.81
3.30
Cosolvent
5.39
0.68
Flow Additive
34.44
4.15
0.70
0.08
Defoamer

Glycol Ether EB

Surfynol 104H
Water

Surfynol DF66
Water

Byk -156
Surfynol DF66

Kronos 2310

High speed disperse the following four ingredients to a Hegman of 7.0

36.82
4.44
2.93
0.33
Dispersant
0.67
0.08
Defoamer
150.32
4.54
Pigment

Add with good agitation

10% Ammonium Benzoate

9.43

1.10

Flash Rust Inhibitor

0.97

0.11

Rheology Modifier

Adjust viscosity to 30 secs using Zahn #2

Rheolate 216
Add with good agitation
Metacure T-12

0.03
967.64

0.002
100.00

Catalyst*

2-K System: Mixing of Component #1 with Bayhydur XP-7063

(Recommended Ratio: 100 parts polymer to 20 parts Bayhydur)
(NCO:OH ratio is 0.87:1.0)
Component #1

747.47

81.37

Water

173.80

Add water, mix

20.89

Bayhydur XP-7063

(to maintain 35% T.S.)

Add Bayhydur with moderate agitation, mix for 1
- 2 minutes.

3.10
Crosslinker
29.86
951.13
100.00
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF 2K MIXTURE

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF COMPONENT #1

Total Solids by Weight, %
Total Solids by Volume, %
Density, lb./gal.
VOC
pounds/gallon
gm/liter
Viscosity -#2 Zahn, sec.
pH

39.3
30.2
9.68
0.75
89
30 - 40
8.0 - 8.2

Total Solids by Weight, %

Total Solids by Volume, %
Density, lb./gal.
VOC
pounds/gallon
gm/liter
pH
Ford #4 Cup Viscosity - seconds
Gel Time
Gloss
20/60
MFT - C

35.0
26.3
9.51
0.65
78
7.5 - 8.0
20-30
32 hrs.
50/80
5

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Formulation Suggestions and Raw Material Information

CURE RATE

POT LIFE

In most 2-K coating systems, reaction between

components A and B takes hours or days to
complete. While much of crosslinker is reacted within
the first 4-8 hours after the coating has dried, cure can
actually continue to progress over the next few days.
Resistance properties and hardness are two typical
measures of cure. As shown in data on page 2, Konig
hardness and MEK resistance continue to increase over
a one-week period at room temperature, with most of
the cure completed by 24 hours.

In some 2-K coating systems, the end of useable pot life

may be observed by a viscosity drop, viscosity increase,
or even gelation. However, in the formulations for

Carboset CR-717 resin included in this TDS, end of pot

life is not easily observed. No viscosity drop or increase is
typically seen. Based on extensive evaluation of coating
performance properties, such as hardness, print
resistance, chemical resistance, and MEK resistance, pot
life can be considered to be approximately 4-6 hours, at
which point some marginal drop-off in resistance
properties can be observed. This was noted for
crosslinkers Bayhydur XP-7063 and XAMA-7.

CURE RATE USE OF CATALYST

Accelerated cure rates can be obtained through the use
of small amounts of catalyst. Formulations CR-717-01D
and 02B are essentially the same, except for a small
addition of Metacure T-12 catalyst. The speed of cure
can be observed through the rate at which print
resistance develops. See page 2 for the data which
shows the catalyzed formula develops print resistance
more quickly than the uncatalyzed formula.
Metacure T-12

Air Products

CROSSLINKERS
Evaluation thus far has included water dispersible
isocyanate and polyfunctional aziridine crosslinkers

(Bayhydur XP-7063 and XAMA -7). Cure response and

performance properties are generally quite similar in
testing to date. There may be a slight advantage in
early hardness development for systems which are
crosslinked with XAMA-7, but this is likely due to modest
plasticizing effects when Bayhydur XP-7063 is used.
(Bayhydur plasticizes the acrylic emulsion somewhat,
leading to a slightly softer coating immediately after
application. As the isocyanate crosslinks with the OH
functionality in the acrylic, full hardness is obtained.)
As with most crosslinkers, the amount used should be
carefully evaluated by the formulator to optimize coating
properties. Our model formulation shows a slightly less
than stoichiometric level of Bayhydur XP-7063 (NCO:OH
level 0.87:1.0). Some of the OH functionality resides
inside the acrylic emulsion miscelles, and, therefore, is
unavailable for crosslinking reactions. Other
crosslinkers may be more or less likely to react,
depending on diffusion rates into the acrylic miscelles,
and overall reaction rates. Evaluations of crosslinker
levels should include levels slightly above, at, and below
stoichiometric balance. (See data on page 2.)
Bayhydur XP7063

XAMA -7

Re-inoculation to restore cure response, can be done at

the 4 or 6 hour point or the next day. When re-inoculating,
use the same amount of crosslinker as originally used,
and add under constant agitation. (Early print resistance
will suffer slightly,
but full hardness and print properties should be observed
in 1-3 days.) All three crosslinkers noted above were
used in the re-inoculation study. (Data on pg. 2)

Bayer Corporation
Bayer Corporation

COALESCENT SOLVENTS
Carboset CR-717 resin responds very well to a variety of
ethylene and propylene based glycol ethers and blends.
This offers the formulator wide latitude of options when
coalescing Carboset CR-717 resin to meet the demanding
needs of customer line configurations and
temperature/humidity contraints. A very important step in
formulating with Carboset CR-717 resin is to adjust the pH
prior to coalescing. (See individual Model Formulas.)
The suggested coalescent level for Carboset CR-717
resin is 3-12% on polymer solids, although temperature,
humidity and efficiency of coalescent may alter the
optimum level. The coalescent recommendations found in
this technical data sheet provide good continuous film
formation over a broad range of conditions and should be
used for initial screening.

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Formulation Suggestions and Raw Material Information

COALESCENT SOLVENTS
Characteristics of the coating such as drying time,
hardness development, hot print or block resistance,
VOC and ultimate performance can vary with the
amount and the type of different coalescents.
Optimum coalescent selection is dependent on drying
speed requirements. Hydrophilic coalescents such as
Butyl Cellosolve (Model Formula #CR-717-02B) will
evaporate more rapidly, leading to quicker development
of initial print or block resistance. Use of hydrophobic
coalescents (Model Formula #CR-717-03 may, at times,
slow the initial hardness development without altering
the final performance properties.
SUGGESTED COALESCENTS
Ethylene Glycol Butyl Ether (EB)
Tripropylene Glycol n-Butyl Ether (TPnB)
Dipropylene Glycol n-Propyl Ether (DPnP)
Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether (DPM)
COALESCENT SUPPLIERS
ARCO Chemical Company
Aldrich Chemical Company

Eastman Chemicals company (Ektasolve )

Dow Chemical Company (Dowanol)

EFFECT OF pH ON OVERSL PROPERTIES

Formulation CR-717-02B was evaluated at pH 7.0, 7.5,
and 8.0, the typical pH range for wood coatings. The only
noticeable effect was a slight instability of the formulation
at pH below 8 (and at 9.0 or above). This was easily

resolved by replacing Surfynol 104H with Surfynol 465.

Properties examined that showed essentially no effect
throughout the pH range of 7.0-8.0 were: pot life, Konig
hardness, chemical resistance (common household
reagents), and MEK resistance.
OTHER RAW MATERIALS
Glycol Ether EB
Eastman Chemical
Dowanol TPnB
Dow
Bayhydur XP-7063
Bayer Corporation

Kronos Incorporated
Kronos 2310

Rheox Incorporated
Rheolate 216

Air Products
Surfynol 104H

Air Products
Surfynol DF66

Air Products
Surfynol DF110D

Byk-Chemie
Byk 333

Byk-Chemie
Byk 156
Metacure T-12
Air Products