Desmodur N 75 BA/X: Aliphatic Polyisocyanate

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DESMODUR® N 75 BA/X
Aliphatic Polyisocyanate
Description Desmodur N 75 BA/X polyisocyanate is suitable

Desmodur N 75 BA/X is an aliphatic polyisocyanate for the formulation of moisture-curing one-compo-
resin based on hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) nent coatings. Up to 1% dibutyltin dilaurate based
and dissolved in n-butyl acetate and xylene (1:1). on resin solids is required whenever
Desmodur N 75 BA/X is used alone in a moisture-
Application
curing coating.
Desmodur N 75 BA/X aliphatic polyisocyanate is
recommended for use in two-component clear and As with any product, use of Desmodur N 75 BA/X
pigmented interior and exterior finishes. Coatings polyisocyanate in a given application must be
based on Desmodur N 75 BA/X exhibit excellent tested (including but not limited to field testing) in
gloss retention and weather resistance when formu- advance by the user to determine suitability.
lated with appropriate hydroxyl-functional coreac-
tants. These coatings also have very good resistance
to solvents, chemicals, and abrasion.
Product Specifications
Desmodur N 75 BA/X polyisocyanate is typically
used with either polyester or acrylic hydroxyl-func- Property Value
tional coreactants. Combinations with acrylic resins NCO content, % 16.5 ± 0.3
are usually fast drying with short dust free times and Viscosity @ 25°C, mPa.s 150 ± 60
have relatively low polyisocyanate demand. Using Solids, % 75 ± 1
highly functional polyester coreactants with Desmo- Color, Hazen 60 maximum
dur N 75 BA/X polyisocyanate results in coatings Monomeric HDI, % 0.5 maximum
with improved chemical and abrasion resistance, with
a higher level of polyisocyanate required, and drying
at a slower rate.
To accelerate the drying and ensure adequate perfor- Typical Properties*

mance properties of systems containing Desmodur
N 75 BA/X, dibutyltin dilaurate should be added to Property Value
the formulation at the level of 0.005–0.01% based Appearance Clear, slightly yellow liquid
on resin solids. Other catalysts which can be used Equivalent wt. avg. (as supplied) 255
effectively are Desmorapid PP (up to 0.5%) or, 8% Specific gravity @ 25°C, g/cm3 1.06
zinc octoate (up to 0.2%), each based on total resin Weight per gallon, lb. @ 25°C 8.85
solids of the system. Adding a catalyst reduces the Flash point (Setaflash) 91°F (33°C)
pot life of the formulation and should be evaluated Viscosity at 23°C, mPa.s 160
thoroughly.
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These items are provided as general information only. They are approximate values and are not part of the product specifications.
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Solubility Health And Safety Information
Desmodur N 75 BA/X polyisocyanate can be diluted Appropriate literature has been assembled which pro-
with ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, PM acetate, toluene, vides information pertaining to the health and safety
xylene and most ketones. It is insoluble in aliphatic concerns that must be observed when handling
hydrocarbons. Since Desmodur N 75 BA/X is sensi- Desmodur N 75 BA/X polyisocyanate. For materials
tive to moisture, polyurethane grade solvents with mentioned that are not Bayer products, appropriate
moisture content less that 500 ppm (0.05%) should industrial hygiene and other safety precautions rec-
be used. ommended by their manufacturer should be followed.
Before working with any product mentioned in this
When diluting Desmodur N 75 BA/X, the solids con- publication, you must read and become familiar with
tent should not be lower than 35%; otherwise turbid- available information concerning its hazards, proper
ity and precipitation may occur. use, and handling. This cannot be overemphasized.
Information is available in several forms such as ma-
Alcohols and amines should not be used, as they terial safety data sheets and product labels. For fur-
react with Desmodur N 75 BA/X polyisocyanate. ther information contact your Bayer MaterialScience
representative or the Product Safety and Regulatory
Compatibility Affairs Department in Pittsburgh, PA.
Desmodur N 75 BA/X is compatible with a variety
of other Desmodur polyisocyanates such as This product contains reactive HDI polyisocyanate/
Desmodur N 3200, N 3390A BA/SN, Z 4470, HL, prepolymer and/or monomeric HDI and should only
and IL, as well as the various Desmodur L aromatic be handled using appropriate protective measures.
polyisocyanates. Generally, good compatibility is Please review this product’s Material Safety Data
observed with most polyesters, hydroxyl-functional Sheet for a summary of such protective measures.
acrylics and polyethers. These products are suitable only for and should only
be sold for use by industrial or trade (commercial)
professionals. These products are not suitable for
Storage Do-It-Yourself applications.
Desmodur N 75 BA/X polyisocyanate should be
stored in tightly sealed containers and protected from
heat, moisture, and foreign materials. Processability
of this product can be adversely affected by contami-
nation. Recommended storage temperatures are -30°
to 122°F (-34° to 50°C). Desmodur N 75 BA/X has
a storage life of six months from date of receipt at
customer, when stored in closed original containers
at 77°F (25°C).
Note: The information contained in this bulletin is current as of February 2014, please contact Bayer MaterialScience to
determine whether this publication has been revised.
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