2-Ethyl-Hexanol

Antifoam for Investment Casting Slurry

REMET’S® 2-ethylhexanol is used as a defoamer for colloidal silica based primary slurries. Under normal conditions, use 2-ethylhexanol at a level of 0.3 to 0.5% based on total liquid in the slurry. It is frequently used as a less expensive alternative to n-octanol.

Please note this product is not to be used in conjunction with LUDOX™ SK slurries.