Calcium carbonate is used in various carpet backing formulations as part of the mineral filler system.
When SBR latex is combined with calcium carbonate, the formulation design should take into account the interaction between the polymer and the filler.
Key factors may include:
The selection of SBR latex can influence the behavior of the complete carpet backing formulation.
Different SBR latex products may require different formulation adjustments when the filler level changes.
For carpet manufacturers, testing the complete SBR latex and calcium carbonate system can provide more useful information than evaluating the individual components separately.
RUICO supplies SBR latex for mineral-filled carpet backing and coating applications.