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IneaSoft 1500

Application

Softener

Market

Textile

Tradename

IneaSoft

Product Description

IneaSoft 1500 is an amino functional silicone softener, which when emulsified will develop a smooth elastomeric finish on cotton, cotton/polyester or polyester fabrics. IneaSoft 1500 is particularly applicable to fabric which will be compressively shrunk such as shirtings, especially pin point oxford. Emulsions of IneaSoft 1500 are exceptionally stable and are compatible with all products typically used in textile finishing. 

Special properties

  • Smooth, soft handle 
  • Elastomeric 

Typical Physical Properties*

Appearance…………..clear to slightly hazy liquid 

Viscosity………………..3000 – 8000 cps 

% Volatiles……………<5% 

Amine value…………7.5 – 9.5 mgKOH/g 

* These items are provided as general information only. They are approximate values and are not considered part of the product specifications.

Application

Emulsions of IneaSoft 1500 may be added directly to the finishing bath. They may be applied as a pure finish or may be co-applied with resins or softeners. Typical application level is 13% owb.

How to use

Emulsification Procedure

  1. Water 154%
  2. Acetic Acid0.15%
  3. Sodium chloride0.05%
  4. TDA 65%
  5. IneaSoft 1500 – 25%
  6. Water 22%
  7. Preservative1%

Charge 1-4.  Mix until uniform and begin heating to 55 C.  Charge 5.  Mix until clear.  Charge water 2 and preservative. 

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