RHEOVIS® PU 1214 is a polyurethane-based associative thickener that shows thickening with only low shear thinning. It was especially designed to improve the application and hiding properties of latex systems (emulsion paints and adhesives). RHEOVIS® PU 1214 allows the manufacture of paints with optimal rheological properties offering, e.g.:

• superior hiding power in brush application
• excellent flow-promoting properties
• minimal roller spatter
• very good scrub and scuff resistances
• low shear thinning

RHEOVIS® PU 1214 is recommended for all paints where good rheological properties are important. The main applications are interior and exterior paints which require good brush and roller application properties.

The rheology behavior of formulations thickened with RHEOVIS® PU 1214 is independent of the pH. Under shear stress, the reduction of viscosity is distinctly lower than with cellulosic or alkali-swellable acrylics.

RHEOVIS® PU 1214 can be combined with other thickeners such as low-molecular-weight cellulose derivatives or acrylate thickener to improve application and storage properties.