ENTHONE 20/A CAT (1-Usqt)

Additional Product Information

Overview

Enthone 20/A CAT is a versatile and reliable basic air cure catalyst designed to deliver optimal curing results for various industrial applications. It cures at room temperature within 5 to 7 days or within hours when heat is applied. Surfaces typically become tack-free within 1 to 2 hours, supporting accelerated workflow while maintaining quality standards.

It is suitable for precise and durable ink applications across metals, plastics, and engineered surfaces, as well as industrial and commercial labeling or marking. The product is compatible with hand stamping, machine marking, screen printing, spraying, and roller printing processes.

Key Technical Specs

• Air cure catalyst formulation
• Room temperature cure time: 5 to 7 days
• Heat-assisted cure: within hours
• Tack-free time: 1 to 2 hours
• Average pot life: 2 hours
• Optional addition of thinners or flow agents after induction for viscosity and flow adjustment

Typical Aircraft MRO / AOG Applications

• Industrial marking on metal components
• Durable labeling on plastic or engineered surfaces
• Screen and roller printing for component identification
• Machine marking or hand stamping in maintenance environments

Compatibility & Safety Notes

• Compatible with hand stamping, machine marking, screen printing, spraying, and roller printing
• Allows addition of thinners or flow agents after induction for tailored viscosity and flow

Why Enthone 20/A CAT is Chosen for AOG / MRO

• Tack-free surfaces within 1 to 2 hours support accelerated workflow
• Flexible curing options: ambient or heat-assisted
• Manageable 2-hour pot life for controlled application
• Multiple compatible application methods for operational flexibility

Practical Suggestions for Your Team (AOG Mindset)

• Plan application work within the 2-hour average pot life window
• Utilize heat-assisted curing when reduced turnaround time is required
• Adjust viscosity with approved thinners or flow agents after induction as needed for specific application methods
• Confirm surface compatibility prior to full-scale application

Alternative Names & Descriptions

• Basic air cure catalyst
• Industrial ink curing catalyst