XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam Emulsion

10% active organo silicone antifoam emulsion for use in a variety of industrial
applications including extreme pH conditions
FEATURES
Foam control in aqueous
systems under high
temperature processing and
extreme pH
Cost effective means to
prevent and eliminate foam
Suitable for water-borne
exterior (fayade) and interior
paints
Effective in decorative wood
coatings
Performs at low
concentrations
Good organic compatibility

BENEFITS
Good stability
Easily dispersed as supplied
or when diluted

APPLICATIONS

TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Specification Writers: These values are not intended for use in preparing

specifications. Please contact your local XIAMETER sales representative

prior to writing specifications on this product.
1

CTM
0176D

Property
Appearance

1100G
1100A
0007A
0021A

Specific gravity at 25C (77F)

Viscosity at 25C (77F)
cP
pH
Flash point - closed cup
C (F)
Consistency at 25C (77F)
Active ingredient
%
Emulsifier Type
Suitable Diluent

COMPOSITION
Organo silicone antifoam
10% actives aqueous
emulsion
Silicone-glycol emulsion

For use in concrete manufacturing

Chemical gas processing
Water treatments
Distillation processes
Foam control in water-borne coatings, especially suitable for exterior
(faade) and interior paints as well as decorative wood coatings

Unit

Value
Milky white, uniform
liquid
1.0
1500 - 3400
6-8
>100 (>212)
Medium
10
Nonionic
Cool water

CTM: Corporate Test Method, copies of CTMs are available on request.

DESCRIPTION

HOW TO USE

XIAMETER AFE-2210
Antifoam Emulsion is a waterdilutable, 10% active emulsion
that is designed to control foam
in a variety of aqueous systems.

In Chemcial Manufacturing
applications
XIAMETER AFE-2210
Antifoam Emulsion works
effectively in very low
concentrations., One to 100
parts of active silicone per
million parts foamer are
sufficient to eliminate most
foams. Begin trials at higher
use levels (50 ppm active
silicone), then work down to
the level of foam control
desired.

XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam

Emulsion shows effective anti
foam performance and
compatibility in clear, waterborne wood coatings. Suitable
for use in high gloss, semi-gloss
and flat latex (emulsion) paints.
EPA Status
XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam
Emulsion is exempt from
tolerance 40CRF180.1001.920.

The following are parts per

million equivalents:

Contact Dow Corning for

additional information.

To Yield 50 ppm
Antifoam
Mixed in
500 gallons
33.4 ounces
1,000 gallons
66.7 ounces
2,500 gallons
166.8 ounces
25,000 gallons
50 quarts

In Paints, Inks and Coatings

Applications
XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam
Emulsion can be added directly
during the letdown stage or prediluted with 3 to 10 parts of cool
water if used immediately.
Product should be agitated
prior to use for best results. The
recommended addition level is
0.05% - 1 % based on total
formulation.

Adding the Antifoam

To produce optimal foam
control, the antifoam must be
completely dispersed in the
foaming medium. Follow these
steps to achieve complete
dispersion:
1. Agitate product prior to use.
2. Predilute with 3 to 10 parts
of cool water to aid in
dispersion. Add the
antifoam to the water with
slow mixing. Prediluted
material should be used
immediately.
If the system can provide
adequate agitation to
disperse the antifoam, the
antifoam emulsion may be
added directly without
predilution being
necessary.
3. Add the antifoam prior to
the point where foaming
occurs within the system, if
possible.
The recommended addition
level is 0.05% - 1 % based on
total formulation.
A preservative to guard against
microbial growth is included in
XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam
Emulsion. Dilution will
substantially diminish the
effectiveness of the
preservative. If diluted material
is to be stored for more than
several days, additional
preservative may be required.
XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam Emulsion
Form No. 95-971A-01

PRODUCT SAFETY
INFORMATION
PRODUCT SAFETY
INFORMATION REQUIRED
FOR SAFE USE IS NOT
INCLUDED IN THIS
DOCUMENT. BEFORE
HANDLING, READ PRODUCT
AND MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEETS AND
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SAFE USE, PHYSICAL,
ENVIRONMENTAL, AND
HEALTH HAZARD
INFORMATION. THE
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEET IS AVAILABLE ON

THE XIAMETER WEB SITE

AT WWW.XIAMETER.COM.
This product will freeze at or
below 0C (32F). If frozen,
XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam
Emulsion can be thawed and
used without loss of efficiency.
Agitation may be required.

STORAGE AND
TRANSPORT
Product should be stored
between 20 and 40C (68 and
104F) in original, unopened
containers. The most up-todate shelf life information can
be found on the XIAMETER
Web site in the Product Detail
page under Sales Specification.

2013, April 8

During prolonged storage there

may be a slight tendency for
product separation; therefore, it
is recommended that
XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam
Emulsion be gently agitated
prior to use to ensure
homogeneity.
XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam
Emulsion will freeze below 0C
(32F). If frozen, allow to thaw
at 18-29 C (64.4-84.2F) for at
least one day and agitate gently
to assure homogeneity.

LIMITATIONS
This product is neither tested
nor represented as suitable for
medical or pharmaceutical
uses. Not intended for human
injection. Not intended for food
use.

SHIPPING LIMITATIONS
None.

LIMITED WARRANTY
INFORMATION
PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY
The information contained
herein is offered in good faith
and is believed to be accurate.
However, because conditions
and methods of use of our
products are beyond our
control, this information should
not be used in substitution for
customers tests to ensure that
our products are safe, effective,
and fully satisfactory for the
intended end use. Suggestions
of use shall not be taken as
inducements to infringe any
patent.
Dow Cornings sole warranty is
that our products will meet the
sales specifications in effect at
the time of shipment.

XIAMETER is a registered trademark of Dow Corning Corporation.

Dow Corning is a registered trademark of Dow Corning Corporation.
2011-2013 Dow Corning Corporation. All rights reserved.

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breach of such warranty is
limited to refund of purchase
price or replacement of any
product shown to be other than
as warranted.

DOW CORNING
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS
ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR
MERCHANTABILITY.

DOW CORNING DISCLAIMS

LIABILITY FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.

High gloss acrylic exterior enamel

Pigment grind components

Joncryl 2561
Propylene glycol

Troysan 586
Ammonium hydroxide (50%)

Dow Corning 75 Additive (Grinding Aid)

Henkel DSX-1550

Ti-pure R-706

11.65
3.23
0.05
0.19
0.02
0.09
23.31

Letdown components

Joncryl 2561

Henkel DSX-1550

Henkel DSX-1514
DI water

Texanol
Acrosolv DPM
Jonwax 39

45.53
0.75
0.84
10.25
1.40
0.47
1.86

Letdown antifoam (0% for control)

0.37

Methods:
1. Foam collapse time: 20g of formulated paint is diluted with 20g deionized water and shaken vigorously for 30 seconds.
Time for foam to collapse to liquid surface is measured in minutes.

2. Gloss: Values are average of 5 measurements taken in different coating areas using a Byk Gardner micro-TRI-gloss
meter using 20C (68F) and 60C (140F) geometries.
3. Appearance: Qualitative rating of I = Excellent and 5 = Poor was assigned based on number of surface defects.
Drawdowns were made using a number 44 wire round rod onto AL39 anodized aluminum panels.
Joncryl is a registered trademark of BASF Corparation.
Troysan is a registered trademark of Troy Chemical Corporation.
Henkel is a registered trademark of Henkel Corporation.
Ti-Pure is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Texanol is a registered trademark of Eastman Chemical Company.
Arcosolv is a trademark owned or used by LyondellBasell group companies. Trademark Arcosolv is registered in the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office.
Jonwax is a registered trademark of S.C. Johnson and Son, Inc.
Byk Gardner is a registered trademark of Byk-Gardner USA.

XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam Emulsion

Form No. 95-971A-01

2013, April 8

XIAMETER is a registered trademark of Dow Corning Corporation.

Dow Corning is a registered trademark of Dow Corning Corporation.
2011-2013 Dow Corning Corporation. All rights reserved.

Figure 1: XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam Emulsion in letdown high gloss acrylic exterior enamel
(0.02% Dow Corning 75 Additive as grinding aid)

Figure 2: High gloss acrylic exterior enamel:

Left: 0.4% XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam Emulsion appearance rating average = 1.5;
Right: 0.4% Silicone Antifoam Emulsion appearance rating average = 5.0.
Qualitative rating of 1 = Excellent and 5 = Poor

XIAMETER AFE-2210 Antifoam Emulsion

Form No. 95-971A-01

2013, April 8

XIAMETER is a registered trademark of Dow Corning Corporation.

Dow Corning is a registered trademark of Dow Corning Corporation.
2011-2013 Dow Corning Corporation. All rights reserved.