Water-Based SilverLAK
Baking Paints & Varnishes

Water-Based SilverLAK

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Description

A water-based topcoat varnish based on melamine-modified polyester resin. Developed using fully domestic technology, it is an environmentally conscious product with very low VOC content.

It has been specially developed for use on the exterior surfaces of three-piece metal cans. It provides excellent adhesion, high gloss, acetone resistance, and scratch resistance. It can be applied over both dry and wet coatings.

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Application Areas

  • Exterior surfaces of three-piece metal cans
  • Metal packaging surfaces
  • Tin can exterior surfaces
  • Metal packaging coating applications
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Product Features

Property Value
pH 7.5–8.5
Solids Content (%) 50 +/- 2
Viscosity (DIN 4, 20°C) 50 sec. +/- 5
Color Light yellow
Density (g/cm³) (23°C) 1.05 +/- 0.05
Wet Film Application 10–14 g/m²
Dry Film Application 5–7 g/m²
Curing 170°C – 12 min. / 160°C – 15 min.
Flash Point >100°C
Gloss (60°) Min. 90 gloss
VOC (g/L) Max. 100
VOC Limit EU DIRECTIVE 2004/42/CE – 150 g/L

Thinning: Use soft water when thinning is required.

Application: Can be applied over both dry and wet coatings.

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Performance Advantages

  • Provides excellent adhesion.
  • Provides high scratch resistance.
  • Does not chip or crack under impact.
  • Provides high resistance to acetone and MEK.
  • Provides excellent adhesion to UV and solvent-based inks.
  • Provides very good adhesion to bare metal can surfaces.
  • Provides excellent yellowing resistance.
  • Does not yellow when re-baked.
  • Resistant to UV radiation.
  • Provides high gloss.
  • Minimum gloss value is 90 gloss at 60°.
  • Its elastic structure prevents cracking during bending.
  • Despite being water-based, it does not promote rust formation.
  • Very low VOC content.
  • Enables faster cleaning after application with reduced solvent consumption.
  • Helps extend the service life of rubber rollers.
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Storage

Store in the original packaging, tightly closed, in a dry place.

Protect from direct sunlight. The storage temperature should be maintained between 5–30°C.

Under these conditions, the shelf life is 6 months.