AEROSIL 380 is a hydrophilic fumed silica from Evonik with a specific BET surface area of 350-410 m²/g, among the higher-surface-area grades in the AEROSIL range and correspondingly strong in rheological effect. For composite material buyers and coating formulators sourcing anti-sag, anti-settling, and thixotropic additives, it is a reference grade used across general industrial, wood, plastic, and powder coatings, as well as unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) systems and adhesives.
Key Technical Properties of AEROSIL 380
According to Evonik’s official technical data sheet, this fumed silica grade is characterized by the following properties, which buyers should confirm against their own incoming-goods testing:
| Specific surface area (BET) | 350 – 410 m²/g |
| pH value | 3.7 – 4.5 |
| SiO2 content | >99.8% |
| Loss on drying | <2.0% |
| Tamped density | Approx. 50 g/l |
| Recommended addition level | 1.0 – 2.0% of total formulation, as supplied |
| Shelf life | 24 months from date of manufacture |
| Packaging | Multi-layer 10 kg bags |
| CAS number | 112945-52-5 / 7631-86-9 |
Why Buyers Choose This Fumed Silica for Rheology Control
Evonik lists the key effects of this product as rheology control, thixotropy, reinforcement, free-flow, and anti-caking. In coating systems specifically, AEROSIL 380 is documented to deliver:
- Anti-settling performance that keeps pigments and fillers suspended during storage
- Anti-sagging control that helps formulations hold film thickness on vertical surfaces
- Support for corrosion resistance in protective coating formulations
- High transparency after good dispersion, as noted in Evonik’s technical literature
Suitability Across Coating Systems
Per Evonik’s technical data sheet, it is positioned across waterborne, solventborne, radiation-curing, one-pack, and two-pack coating systems, with suitability levels that vary by system. Buyers and formulators should confirm compatibility with their specific base resin before moving to production scale-up, and addition is possible either directly as supplied or as a predilution.
Typical Applications for AEROSIL 380
Evonik’s product documentation names general industrial coatings, wood coatings, plastic coatings, and powder coatings as typical applications, while the broader product listing extends use to several other formulation types relevant to auxiliary agents used in composite and coating manufacturing:
- General industrial coatings, wood coatings, and plastic coatings
- Powder coatings
- Unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) systems used in FRP and composite manufacturing
- Adhesives and sealants
- HTV silicone rubber and cable compounds
Sourcing This Fumed Silica Grade for Composite and Coating Formulations
As a recommended international brand product, AEROSIL 380 is available through supply chain resource support for overseas buyers who need consistent fumed silica performance across production lots. Because the product’s rheological behavior depends on dispersion quality and addition level, buyers sourcing this grade for UPR, gelcoat, adhesive, or coating formulations should request a current certificate of analysis for each shipment and verify BET surface area, pH, and loss-on-drying figures against Evonik’s official product documentation before full-scale use.
FAQ
What is the BET surface area of AEROSIL 380?
Evonik’s technical data sheet lists the specific surface area (BET) of AEROSIL 380 at 350 – 410 m²/g, higher than the standard AEROSIL 300 and 200 grades.
What is the recommended addition level for this product?
Evonik recommends an addition level of 1.0 – 2.0% of total formulation, as supplied, with addition possible directly or as a predilution.
Is AEROSIL 380 suitable for unsaturated polyester resin systems?
Yes, unsaturated polyester resins are listed among the typical applications for AEROSIL 380 in Evonik’s product documentation, alongside paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
How should AEROSIL 380 be stored?
AEROSIL 380 should be stored in its original unopened packaging under dry conditions, away from volatile substances, and has a shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture.
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