Chroma-Chem FLV

Machine Dispensable Pigment Dispersions for Reactive Coatings

The FLV Series colorants are specifically designed for use in epoxy, polyurethane and polyaspartic coatings across various substrates. Their optimized rheological profile provides exceptional handling properties offering superior performance compared to many colorants formulated with 100% solids epoxy / polyol resins or plasticizers.

Key Benefits

The FLV Series pigment dispersions feature a blend of organic and inorganic pigments milled in a proprietary system designed to ensure broad compatibility with various resin chemistries. This formulation method also enhances long-term viscosity and colorant stability. With a high level of biobased components in 100% solids liquid vehicle, the FLV Series provides a more sustainable option compared to other colorant lines.

Unlike colorants based on epoxy resins, which increase in viscosity over time, the FLV Series maintains viscosity stability for up to two years. These dispersions exhibit no solidification, gelling or crystallization under proper storage conditions. They remain usable at temperatures above 30°F (-1°C); below this threshold, freezing may occur. Tested across four freeze/thaw cycles, the colorants demonstrated no adverse effects on performance.

Formulated at maximum pigment loading, the FLV Series minimizes impact on the final coating’s properties. In addition to preserving coating performance, in some instances these colorants have been shown to slightly enhance adhesion and chemical resistance in certain systems.

Applications

The FLV Series is formulated for use in protective floor coatings, and other high-solids reactive coatings based on epoxy, polyurethane, and polyaspartic resins. It can be used in similar systems for other applications including, but not limited to, automotive, coil, industrial maintenance, marine, metal containers, pipe and other protective coatings.