DIATOFIL 570 – Natural Diatomaceous Earth Functional Additive

About DIATOFIL 570

DIATOFIL 570 is a natural diatomite designed specifically for water-based decorative coatings formulations. With its unique net-like structure, optimized particle size, and compatible morphology, this high-performance additive ensures superior coating texture and consistency.

It acts as an ideal flatting agent and pigment extender, making it a preferred choice across various paint and coating applications.

Key Benefits

• Control gloss & sheen for smooth, consistent finishes.
• Enhances coating adhesion, ensuring long-lasting durability.
• Imparts mechanical strength to the coating film.
• Extends primary pigments, improving formulation efficiency.
• Improves sanding effect, offering better surface finishing.

Key Applications

DIATOFIL 570 finds versatile use in multiple paint and coating systems, delivering improved performance and cost efficiency:

Water-Based Paints:
Enhances smoothness, adhesion, and visual appeal.

Water-Based Inks:
Improves printability and consistency.

Protective Coatings:
Boosts durability and pigment suspension.

Road Marking Paints:
Ensures brightness, adhesion, and surface resilience.

For high-performance decorative coatings, DIATOFIL 570 stands out as the perfect functional additive.

Why Choose DIATOFIL 570 from 20 Microns

At 20 Microns, we specialize in advanced mineral-based additives that enhance coating performance, durability, and aesthetics. Our DIATOFIL 570 product exemplifies precision engineering and sustainable innovation for the paint, coating, and ink industries.

Learn more about our full range of functional additives for paints and coatings on our Coating Solutions page.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is DIATOFIL 570 used for?

A: It’s used as a natural diatomaceous earth additive for water-based paints, inks, protective coatings, and road marking paints to improve gloss control, adhesion, and pigment extension.

Q2: How does DIATOFIL 570 improve paint performance?

A: It enhances adhesion, controls sheen, extends pigments, and improves surface sanding properties for better finishing.

Q3: Can DIATOFIL 570 be used in solvent-based systems?

A: It is primarily formulated for water-based systems, ensuring superior compatibility and dispersion.

Q4: What makes DIATOFIL 570 different from other diatomite additives?

A: Its controlled particle structure and optimized morphology provide exceptional flatting, adhesion, and pigment extension performance.

Q5: Is DIATOFIL 570 environmentally friendly?

A: Yes, it is a naturally derived mineral additive that supports eco-friendly paint and coating formulations.