AVCO-SOFT S-310

CATIONIC SOFTENER AND NAPPING AID

AVCOSOFT S-310 is a liquid cationic softener, modified with silicone elastomer, used for softening all kinds of fibres, yarns and fabrics.
AVCOSOFT S-310 imparts excellent hand with high surface smoothness.
AVCOSOFT S-310 is recommended for napping and brushing operations.

SPECIFICATION:

Appearance White, mobile liquid
Chemical nature Quaternized fatty acid derivative blend with amino- modified silicone polymer
Compatibility
  1. Can be applied with nonionic or cationic products.
  2. Stable to hard water.
Ionicity Cationic
pH (1% sol.) 5 ± 1
Solubility Dispersible in water.
Storage Freezes at O°C, fully usable after thawing and mixing. Shelf life is at least 12 months.

PROPERTIES & USES:

  1. AVCOSOFT S-310 produces a smooth, soft, non-greasy handle on all fibres, mainly
    those made out of cellulose and its blends.
  2. AVCOSOFT S-310 is a liquid product and handling in the mill is very easy.
  3. Can be used in resin finishing baths.
  4. Excellent napping and brushing aid.
  5. AVCOSOFT S-310 is regarded as a non-yellowing softener when dried at normal drying
    temperatures.

APPLICATION:

AVCOSOFT S-310 can be applied by padding method or by exhaustion method.
Before adding to the bath, dilute product with water.
  1. Application by exhaustion:
    Adjust pH to 5-5.5 with acetic acid.
    Add 2-4% AVCOSOFT S-310.
    Apply for 20-30 minutes at 30-40°C.
    Hydroextract and dry at 120-150°C.
  2. Application by padding:
    Use 20-40 gram/liter AVCOSOFT S-310 depending on pick-up and the required hand.