Energy Saving Technology
The LO/MIT products are silver-solored, non thickness dependent, low emissivity radiant barrier paints. They may be used in almost any application where infrared (heat) reflectivity or diffuse light reflectivity is required, ranging from attic heat barriers (Interior Radiation Control Coatings-IRCCS) to heat shields in automotive applications, lighting fixture reflectors, reflective radiant barrier roof coatings, aeronautics, appliances, process piping, power generation and many other applications. Their high temperature tolerance, low emissivity, excellent adhesion, UV resistance, flexibility and weather-durability make them unique in the field of high technology industrial coatings.
| LO/MIT-I | LO/MIT-II | LO/MIT-II MAX | |
| Binder | Silicone | Silicone emulsion | Silicone emulsion |
| Solvent | Xylene | DI Water | DI Water |
| Temperature Range | -100 to +1000°F (538°C) | -100 to +1000°F (538°C) (when cured) |
-100 to +1000°F (538°C) (when cured) |
| Storage Temperature | -50 to +80°F (-45 to +27°C) | +40 to +80°F (+5 to +27°C) | +40 to +80°F (+5 to +27°C) |
| Viscosity | 29 seconds #1 Zahn’s | 29 Seconds #1 Zahn’s | 29 Seconds #1 Zahn’s |
| Coverage Rate | 250-350 sq-ft/gal brush or roll-applied, 350-450 sq-ft/gal with hand-held sprayer, 450-800 sq-ft/gal with automated spray equipment. Substrate and application method will vary coverage rates. | ||
| Mixing | Supplied one-part system, premixed and ready for use. No thinning required or suggested. Mix well before using. Agitate during application, if possible. | ||
| VOC | Regulatory: 664.41 g/L | Regulatory: 172.73 g/L | Regulatory: 215.48 g/L |
| Actual: 664.41 g/L | Actual: 42.92 g/L | Actual: 53.55 g/L | |
| Clean Up | Xylene | 50% Water/50% Isopropyl Alcohol | 50% Water/50% Isopropyl Alcohol |
| Surface Burning Characteristics | Class A Fire Rated | Class A Fire Rated | Class A Fire Rated |
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Flamespread: 0 Smoke Developed: 3 |
Flamespread: 0 Smoke Developed: 0 |
Flamespread: 0 Smoke Developed: 0 |
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Shelf Life (Unopened or opened*) |
Best if used 1 year from date of manufacture |
Best if used 6 months from date of manufacture |
Best if used 6 months from date of manufacture |
* The LO/MIT coatings can be re-used after opening if sealed tightly and stored in a cool place. Mix well before re-use.
Laboratory application of LO/MIT-I & LO/MIT-II (LO/MIT-II is an analogue of LO/MIT-I and its optical characteristics mimic LO/MIT-I exactly) on glass substrates have lowered emissivities from 0.86 to 0.22 and increased diffuse reflectivities from 7.3% to 85%. Laboratory application of LO/MIT-II MAX on glass substrates has lowered emissivity from 0.86 to 0.15 and increased diffuse reflectivity from 7.3% to 86%.
OPTICAL PROPERTIES on SELECTED SUBSTRATES
LO/MIT I & LO/MIT-II
| Substrate | Emissivity Before LO/MIT-I & II Applied |
Emissivity After LO/MIT-I & II Applied |
Diffuse Reflectivity Before LO/MIT-I & II Applied | Diffuse Reflectivity After LO/MIT- I & II Applied |
| Brick (red clay) | 0.92 | 0.36 | 36.0 % | 71.0 % |
| cement block | 0.93 | 0.37 | 32.0 % | 66.0 % |
| glass (soda lime) | 0.86 | 0.22 | 7.3 % | 85.0 % |
| galvanized steel (bright) | 0.03 | 0.25 | 77.0 % | 84.0 % |
| galvanized steel (dull paint lock) | 0.57 | 0.26 | 15.0 % | 82.0 % |
| paper (kraft) | 0.80 | 0.24 | 48.0 % | 81.0 % |
| plasterboard | 0.90 | 0.21 | 55.0 % | 85.0 % |
| plywood | 0.72 | 0.22 | 46.0 % | 81.0 % |
| poly-carbonate (clear) | 0.84 | 0.22 | 8.6 % | 84.0 % |
| polypropylene | 0.90 | 0.23 | 8.1 % | 84.0 % |
| steel, cold rolled, primed | 0.87 | 0.25 | 22.0 % | 83.0 % |
| steel, cold rolled, unprimed | 0.10 | 0.23 | 57.0 % | 84.0 % |
| steel, 316 stainless | 0.19 | 0.23 | 59.0 % | 84.0 % |
LO/MIT-II MAX
| Substrate | Emissivity Before LO/MIT-II MAX Applied |
Emissivity After
LO/MIT-II MAX Applied |
Diffuse Reflectivity Before LO/MIT-II MAX Applied | Diffuse Reflectivity After LO/MIT-II MAX Applied |
| Brick (red clay) | 0.92 | 0.15 | 36.0 % | 83.0 % |
| glass (soda lime) | 0.86 | 0.15 | 7.3 % | 86.0 % |
| galvanized steel (bright) | 0.03 | 0.16 | 77.0 % | 85.0 % |
| plasterboard | 0.90 | 0.16 | 55.0 % | 85.0 % |
| plywood | 0.72 | 0.17 | 46.0 % | 84.0 % |
| steel, cold rolled, primed | 0.87 | 0.16 | 22.0 % | 86.0 % |
| steel, cold rolled, unprimed | 0.10 | 0.15 | 57.0 % | 86.0 % |
LO/MIT-I spray applied to glass slide.
LO/MIT-II spray applied to glass slide.
Comparison of reflectances of LO/MIT-I and
LO/MIT-II spray applied to glass slides.
The blue line represents LO/MIT-I and the red line
represents LO/MIT-II.
All Data acquisition, testing and graphing for the
previous charts done by:
Dr. Ronnen Levinson
Lawrence-Berkeley National Lab
Normally, adhesion is the only factor that will be affected by surface preparation. Optical properties will remain constant except on surfaces that are very porous such as brick and cement. To improve optical properties and extend coverage on porous surfaces, appropriate primers may be used to increase surface smoothness. On metallic substrates such as cold rolled or galvanized steel that may be subject to possible corrosion or oxidation, appropriate primers should be used. In all cases, the surface should be dry and free of oil and surface dust.
Surfaces that are already painted or primed should be tested for compatibility with LO/MIT-I by applying a small test patch for possible reaction to the solvents used. LO/MIT-II & LO/MIT-II MAX will normally not react since they are water borne emulsions.
Plastics may require surface treatment to increase adhesion and should be tested for compatibility with LO/MIT-I. LO/MIT-II & LO/MIT-II MAX have not been found to react adversely with most plastic substrates.
Most building materials such as wood, plasterboard, paper faced insulation batts, fibrous ceiling tiles and painted metal roof decking require no surface preparation except that they be clean and dust free. Masonry surfaces should be allowed to cure for a minimum of one month prior to the application of LO/MIT-I, II or II MAX.
Any surface preparation questions not answered above may be referred to us by email for response from our Technical Services Department at
info@solec.org.LO/MIT radiant barrier paints are low viscosity coatings and may be installed using standard air or airless spray equipment. Spray nozzles should be appropriate for coatings that approximate the viscosity of water. Spray pressures should be kept as low as possible to lessen over-spray but also yield a uniform surface coat. Remote pressure pots should be equipped with air driven agitators. In all cases, the coating should be mixed during application to keep the pigments in suspension. Electrostatic application requires that the coatings be tested for the equipment being used. Additional solvents may be required for good electrostatic application.
LO/MIT insulating paints may also be applied using low nap rollers or fine bristle brushes. Coverage rates will drop approximately 25% when applied in this manner. Brushes and rollers should be solvent resistant when using LO/MIT-I. Rollers are preferred since brushes will generally leave streak marks in the surface.
Any installation questions not answered above may be referred to us by email for response from our Technical Services Department at info@solec.org.
LO/MIT-I insulating paints will skin dry within one minute after application. Drying to touch will generally occur within 15 minutes to 1 hour depending on ambient temperature and humidity.
LO/MIT-II & LO/MIT-II MAX insulating paints will skin dry within 10 to 15 minutes after application. Full cure may take from several weeks to six months or more depending on ambient temperature and humidity conditions present, so avoid contact and abrasion during this time.
Curing can be accelerated by application of heat up to 500°F (260°C) for 4 to 20 minutes. Experimentation will determine to the best curing procedures for your particular environment.
Any curing questions not answered above may be referred to us by email for response from out Technical Services Department at info@solec.org.
PACKAGING , SHIPPING and PRICING
LO/MIT-I: Available in 1 and 5 Gallon steel pails
Weights and Volumes:
1 Gallons (3.785 Liters) - 8.0 lbs (3.64 Kg)
5 Gallons (18.925 Liters) - 42.0 lbs (19.09 Kg)
*Flammable Liquid n.o.s. (Contains Xylene), Class 3, UN1993, Packing Group II
LO/MIT-II & LO/MIT-II MAX: Available in 5 Gallon plastic pails only
Weights and Volumes:
5 Gallons (18.925 Liters) - 45.0 lbs (20.45 Kg)
*All packaging is certified for air freight and available for export. All freight charges FOB Ewing, NJ.
- MSDS information available upon request.
PHONE: 609-883-7700
FAX: 609-497-0182
EMAIL: info@solec.org