Silicone defoamers and polyether defoamers are named after the main components they use. The difference between the two includes the difference in composition, the applicable foaming system, and the difference in use effect.
      Silicone defoamers are generally polymerized with other additives such as silicone oil and emulsifiers. Because of their silicone components, silicone defoamers can be used in water-based systems or oil-based systems. It is used in a wide range of applications. The defoamer made of organic silicon has the characteristics of non-toxic, rapid defoamer, no irritating odor, and no side effects.
      Polyether defoamer is made of polyether and other additives. It is a kind of defoamer commonly used in water-based foaming systems. In terms of effect, the defoaming ability of polyether defoamer itself is not very outstanding. , But it has a strong anti-foaming ability. The defoaming and anti-foaming capabilities of silicone defoamers are relatively balanced. It should be noted that silicone defoamers are prone to problems during the emulsification process, which affects its performance.
      From the above analysis, we can see that silicone defoamers can be used in water-based and oily foaming systems, and their defoaming and anti-foaming capabilities are relatively good, but they need to be resolved during the emulsification process. The problem, otherwise the use effect will be compromised. Polyether defoamers are generally only suitable for water-based systems. Because of the difference between their defoaming and anti-foaming capabilities, polyether defoamers are suitable to be added before the foam is produced to directly inhibit the production of foam.