The LO/MIT products are low emissivity, non thickness dependent radiant barrier paints. They may be used in almost any application where infrared (heat) reflectivity or diffuse light reflectivity is required, ranging from interior radiation control coatings (IRCCS) to heat shields in automotive applications, lighting fixture reflectors, reflective radiant barrier roof coatings 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 | |
| Binder | Silicone | Silicone emulsion |
| Solvent | Xylene | DI Water |
| Temperature Range | -100 - +1000°F (538°C) | -100 - +1000°F (538°C) (when cured) |
| Storage Temperature | -50 - +80°F (-45 - +27°C) | +40 - +80°F (+5 - +27°C) |
| Viscosity | 29 seconds #1 Zahn’s | 30 seconds #1 Zahn’s |
| Coverage Rate | 300 – 800 square feet/gallon depending on surface and application method. | |
| Mixing | Supplied ready for use. No thinning required or suggested. Shake well before using. Agitate during application, if possible. | |
| Clean Up | Xylene | 50% Water/50% Isopropyl Alcohol |
| Substrate | Emissivity Before LO/MIT Applied | Emissivity After LO/MIT Applied | Diffuse Reflectivity Before LO/MIT Applied | Diffuse Reflectivity After LO/MIT 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 % |
| ploy-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-I was spray applied to one side of a glass slide, then measurements were taken on both top surface and bottom surface. The blue line represents the reflectance measurements of the LO/MIT-I surface. The green line represents the reflectance measurements of LO/MIT-I taken on the underside, through the glass slide.
LO/MIT-II was spray applied to one side of a glass slide, then measurements were taken on both top surface and bottom surface. The blue line represents the reflectance measurements of the LO/MIT-II surface. The green line represents the reflectance measurements of LO/MIT-II taken on the underside, through the glass slide.
LO/MIT-I vs. LO/MIT-II
Comparison of reflectances of LO/MIT-I and LO/MIT-II spray applied to one side of the glass slides. The measurements taken were from the top surface. 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
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 will normally not react since it is water borne.
Plastics may require surface treatment to increase adhesion and should be tested for compatibility with LO/MIT-I. LO/MIT-II has 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 or II.
Any surface preparation questions not answered above may be referred to us by email for response from our Technical Services Department.
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.
LO/MIT-II 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 the best curing procedures for your particular environment.
Any curing questions not answered above may be referred to us by email for response from our Technical Services Department.
Weights and Volumes:
1 Gallons (3.785 Liters) - 8.2 lbs (3.73 Kg)
5 Gallons (18.925 Liters) - 42.5 lbs (19.32 Kg)
*Flammable Liquid n.o.s., Class 3, UN1993, Packing Group II
LO/MIT-II: Available in 5 Gallon plastic pails
Weights and Volumes:
5 Gallons (18.925 Liters) - 46.5 lbs (21.14 Kg)
*All packaging is certified for air freight and available for export. All freight charges FOB Ewing, NJ. Packaging charges are extra and not included in our pricing schedule. MSDS information available upon request. Contact factory for pricing via email, fax or phone.