MICA is pigment extender in various paints and coatings & regarded tough, flexible and transparent. Mica platelets form a tough shield that improves paint integrity and durability. Mica acts as a reinforcing pigment to reduce cracking, peeling and checking in the dry film and prevents shrinkage and sheering of the paint.
Mica particles brighten the tone of the coloured pigments, at the same time, transmit and reflect light resulting in proven decorative effects and design. It increases the gloss of paint.
Mica resists actions of light, heat, temperature, electricity, water, acids, and alkalis, as well as, it reduces hydrolytic and electric action within paint film. Mica also imparts resistance to penetration of destructive sun-rays, moisture, atmospheric gases and decreases blistering and staining from the substracts. It prevents degradation of paint films by ultra-violet (UV) radiation, absorb UV rays and improve paint durability by retarding the oxidation process.
Mica is also compatible with all pigments and has high specific gravity.
Mica is widely used in Aluminum, automotive, anti corrosive, cement, emulsion, synthetic, water, fire resistant, marine, road marking, textured, traffic paints.
Mica Provides low moisture & gas permeability. Mica Improves stain resistance. Muscovite mica’s high aspect ratio provides beneficial rheological properties & Improved sag resistance. Mica near the surface of the coating protects the system by reflecting harmful radiation. Mica improves weathering and UV degradation resistance characteristics. Coarse mica flakes can provide an aesthetic appeal (glitter effect).
Mica powders are available in dry and wet ground as well as in micronized particles, whiteness / brightness and coarse flakes as per the specific requirements of buyers. Important notice regarding this information The statements and technical information contained in this document are based on our research and research of others. However, this document is not contractual, and nothing in it, constitutes a warranty (expressed or implied) that the goods described are accurate and fit for a particular purpose of the customer. Purchasers are advised to make their own tests to determine the suitability. |
