Polymers
Low Molecular Weight Polyalphaolefins - VYBAR™ Polymers
Baker Hughes produces the VYBAR™ Polymer series of unsaturated, highly branched alphaolefin polymers. Molecular weights range from 1500 to 5000, with polydispersity values between 2 and 18. Physical properties vary considerably across the VYBAR Polymers product family since the alphaolefin can be polymerized into finished form as a liquid, grease, or solid.
One of the most unique characteristics of VYBAR Polymers is their ability to bind oil, thereby increasing the hardness and opacity of paraffin wax. VYBAR Polymers are also very flexible and provide excellent lubricity properties. Through applied technology, Baker Hughes has the ability to customize the softening point of solid polyalphaolefins and the viscosity of liquid ones, making a wide range of products possible. An air oxidation or maleic anhydride grafting process further enhances the functionality of these polymers.
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Hyperbranched polymer configuration |
- Effective crystal modifier
- Oil binding and opacification
- Improvement of physical properties of paraffin waxes without increasing cloud
point or viscosity
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Highly branched |
- Increased solubility in solvents
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Controlled branch length |
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Controllable melting point
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Formulating flexibility
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Baker Petrolite VYBAR™ polymers are used in a wide range of applications in industries that produce such items as candles, plastics, elastomers, polishes, and lubricants.
- Additives to provide superior performance for candles
- Additives for increased gloss and slip resistance in floor polishes
- Plasticizers for rubber
- Flow modifier in coil coatings
- Leveling properties in printing inks
- Components to enhance mold-release properties in polyurethane applications
- Emulsion films that secure high gloss and enhanced protection on leather surfaces
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