Mold Release Agents

DAIFREE is based on the fluoro technology offering efficient demolding performances for elastomers and plastics. Besides high precision release, they contribute to solving molders productivity and consistency as they limit residue on parts, are applicable rapidly at a thin thickness and reduce mold cleaning cycles.

DESCRIPTION

Benefits of DAIFREE

When processing rubbers and plastic materials, converters are seeking for mold release agents that not only protect the parts but also improve productivity, as well as preserve the mold. It is mainly the case when processing elastomer compounds likely to present amongst the highest level of chemical aggressiveness. For molders, the aim is to find the right balanced solution to:

- Minimize defects, inconsistencies, and build-ups especially for complex parts
- Extend service and availability of the molds
- Reduce the number of mold cleaning cycles
- Provide production schedule flexibility (delay molding or quick dry process)
- Ease secondary operation such as printing and painting
- Comply with regulations related to the environment

The DAIFREE range of molding agents was developed to offer plastic and elastomer molders the demolding precision expected while enabling parts producers a significant productivity improvement and flexibility.
Available in water or solvent based formulation, the DAIFREE range is a fluorocarbon-based solution suitable for all elastomer (FKM, NBR, NR, etc.) thermosets (epoxies, etc.) or thermoplastics (PVC, PP PE, etc.) Whereas wax or silicone release agent, the DAIFREE mechanism relies on interface and layer separation when demolding. This technology offers to molders an overall process efficiency:

- High precision release leading to lower defects and damages
- Thin thickness film from 0-0.1µ enabling raw material optimization and rapid application
- No mold contamination inducing less cleaning cycles and an extended life service
- No penetration of the product in, or onto the part. Daifree forms a dry coating preventing the part from becoming sticky for secondary operation
- One application can serve several molding cycles
- A non-hazardous material, safe to use by operator’s

The various options of the DAIFREE range makes it a suitable solution for most materials such as natural rubber, silicones and synthetic rubber (FKM/FPM, EPDM, HNBR, NBR, SBR, CR, FRP, etc.) thermosetting resins (Urethane rubber, Epoxy resin, Phenol resin, etc.) as well as thermoplastics and unsaturated polyester (PVC, PP, PE, PA, POM, PC, etc.)
The use of Daifree is adapted to most processes as it is applicable by spray, brush or aerosol and it is dilutable in water. Besides, the composition complies with the regulation of substances such as PFOA and ozone-depleting substances.
Daikin Chemicals teams of experts can support molders to specify the most suitable solutions, taking into account each process specificities.

Features of DAIFREE

Comparison to other mold release materials

Wax based: Thick (30 - 50 μm), solid film layer. Mold surface easily becomes contaminated
Silicone based: Thin (1 - 20 μm), oily film layer. Often penetrates into molded articles, making secondary processing difficult
DAIFREE: Very thin (0,1 - 1,0 μm), dry film layer with oil repellent and stain-proofing properties

GRADES & FEATURES

Type		Water-based	Solvent-based	Aerosol	Internal mold releasing Additive agent
Recommended dilution agent		Water	Petroleum solvent, such as isooctane or butyl acetate, please see TDS.	Not applicable	-
Features		Non-haxardous material	Good release, Quick-drying	Good release, Quick-drying Easy to use	Improves mold release properties of rubber when added in the compound
Material	natural rubbers
	Synthetic rubber
	Non-stick rubber sheet
	Thermosetting resins
	Thermoplastic resins
	SMC
	Urethane rubbers

= Excellent

= Good

Water-based

Grades	Applicable Fields	Characteristics	DOWNLOADS
GW-4000	Automotive Machinery Contruction	High releaseability Can be diluted to high dilution ratio (30 to 100X)	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GW-4010	Automotive Machinery Contruction	Combine with Silicone, High releaseability	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GW-4500	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Non-silicone/can be diluted to a high dilution ratio (30 to 100X)	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GW-4510	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Can be diluted to high dilution ratio (1 to 50X)	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GW-8000	Automotive Machinery Contruction	High releaseability Can be diluted to high dilution ratio (10 to 30X)	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GW-8500	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Non-silicone dilution ratio (30 to 100X)	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET

Solvent-based

Grades	Applicable Fields	Characteristics	DOWNLOADS
MS-175	Electronics	Idea for resin for electronic component materials	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GF-700	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Combine with silicone/Continued releasing capability	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GF-750	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Non-silicone	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
MS-600	Automotive Machinery	Semi-permanent	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET

Aerosol

Grades	Applicable Fields	Characteristics	DOWNLOADS
GA-3000	Automotive Machinery	Semi-permanent	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GA-9700	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Continued releasing capability	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GA-9700M	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Continued releasing capability/Smell less	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GA-9750	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Non-silicone	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
GA-9750M	Automotive Machinery Electronics Contruction	Non-silicone/ Smell less	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET

Internal mold release agent

Grades	Applicable Fields	Characteristics	DOWNLOADS
FB-961	Automotive Machinery Electronics	Non-silicone	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET
FB-962	Automotive Machinery Contruction	Non-silicone	TECHNICAL DATA SHEET SAFETY DATA SHEET