Vectomer VE 4010 Bis-(4-vinyl oxy butyl) isophthalate 13066-57-8 Reilly Industries-Morflex Polymer intermediates ADHESIVE >> Radiation Curing (UV/EB) VE 4010 is a low viscosity, difunctional aromatic diluent monomer: 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, bis [4-(ethenyloxy) butyl] ester VE 4010 imparts an outstanding balance of physical and functional performance properties to radiation cured coatings, inks, and adhesives. VE 4010 offers improved toughness and modulus when blended with acrylate monomers. VE 4010 - vinyl ether terminated aromatic ester monomer: HBVE isophthalate; bis-(4-vinyl oxy butyl) isophthalate Formula: C20H26O6 Description VE 4010 is a difunctional aromatic diluent monomer. It is a low viscosity clear liquid that produces coatings, inks, adhesives and other formulations with an outstanding balance of physical and functional performance. Product/Application Benefits Fast cure speed Low initiation energy High gloss Good flexibility vs. hardness Low odor Low viscosity High solvency with vinyl ether oligomers Optimized for compatibility/solubility with commercially available cationic initiators Recommended Curing Conditions Formulations containing VE 4010 along with VEctomerÒ oligomers and initiator may be UV-cured at 50 to 500 mJ/cm² (approx. 500 to 50 fpm) with two 200 watt/inch medium pressure mercury arc lamps). Vinyl ether formulations containing initiators may be cured with electron beam irradiation at 1 to 4 mrad. Vinyl ethers cure by an acid-catalyzed reaction. Basic components such as amines in the formulations should be avoided. Curing is not inhibited by oxygen but may be inhibited by high atmospheric humidity. Inhibition (if any) will depend on the formulation, substrate and temperature in the curing zone. Low viscosity, difunctional vinyl ether terminated aromatic ester diluent monomer. Possesses high solvency with vinyl ether oligomers and compatibility/solubility with cationic initiators. Imparts a very good balance of physical and functional performance properties to radiation cured adhesives. Offers improved toughness and modulus when blended with acrylate monomers. Provides fast cure speed, low initiation energy, high gloss, good flexibility versus hardness, low odor and low viscosity. Curing is not inhibited by oxygen but may be inhibited by high atmospheric humidity.