StarLube™ HD 35
High Density Polyethylene Softener
Product Description
StarLube™ HD 35 is a softener used to improve fabric strength and abrasion resistance. It gives a smooth soft hand to resin-finished fabrics. The product is very durable to laundering.
Special Properties
- Excellent compatibility with all textile finishes
- Improves abrasion
- Increases tear strength
- Non-chlorine retentive, non-yellowing
- Excellent laundering durability
- Highly efficient and economical
- Improves sewability
How to Dissolve
StarLube™ HD 35 is easily mixed with cold water.
How Much to Use
Generally, 1–3% owb of StarLube™ HD 35 should be used—depending on type of fabric and other requirements.
Application
StarLube™ HD 35 should preferably be applied on padding equipment and can either be used by itself or in combination with resin finishes.
StarLube™ HD 35 is suitable on all natural and synthetic fibers and mixtures.
Storage
StarLube™ 5442 has excellent storage stability. It is resistant to scorching at high temperatures.
Typical Physical Properties
Appearance
Translucent Emulsion
Color
Tan
Specific Gravity
0.95
pH (100%)
9.0 – 10.5
Viscosity
Less than 300 cps
Solubility in Water
Complete