LuminOre Cold-Spray Metalizing Process

DESCRIPTION: LuminOre® is a patented metalizing process using a cold-spray, coldcast method of seamlessly applying composite metal to nearly any surface using conventional spray equipment. Each composite consists of:
A) The metal granule
B) A hybrid polymer binder
C) Catalyst

LuminOre® composite metals are not in suspension. The metal and the polymer binder interact in a chemical reaction creating an extremely stable homogeneous composite. After catalyzing, the polymer and metal chemically bond, producing extremely strong adhesion between the composite and substrate.

The patented process allows a thin layer of composite metal to be applied seamlessly over any substrate in virtually any conceivable configuration or design. LuminOre® composite metals will adhere to foam, plastic, gypsum, wood, metal, fiberglass, plaster, ceramics, concrete, terracotta, as well as unusual surfaces like cardboard or paper products and other materials. LuminOre® is a real metal that, when properly applied, is durable, will not crack, chip or peel and is suitable for exterior as well as interior use. Once cured, the product looks and acts like solid metal, with all the characteristics of a cast metal piece including texture, luster, heat conductivity and reflection.

SUBSTRATE SURFACE PREPARATION: Porous surfaces such as wood or plaster should be sealed with a two part catalyzed primer such as a polyester or urethane. Lacquer and latex primers are not recommended. A wet on wet application of the catalyzed composite over primer is permissible. Non porous surfaces such as fiberglass, plastic, glass and all metals should be sandblasted with 80 grit sand or 100 grit sandpaper to facilitate a mechanical bond.

CURING PROCEDURE: LuminOre® composite metals are mixed with a binder for a cold spray application as well as cold casting.
A) Brass, Bronze, Nickel-Silver, Iron, Aluminum and Copper can be added up to 98% by weight to binder.
B) MEKP (Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide) : 0.05 % in grams of total weight of composite.

Pot life is 30 minutes and may be extended; coating dries to the touch in approximately one hour. Heat is not required for the curing process. Recommended cure temperature is above 65°F; cure time is overnight, but may be accelerated for polishing purposes. Shelf life of binder at room temperature is 3-4 months; refrigeration of binder at 45°F will increase shelf life to 6-8 months. The metal component does not have a shelf life.

SPRAYING: LuminOre composite metals are cold spray applied with conventional HVLP equipment and cleaned with acetone. Tip orifices ranging from 0.028” to 0.052 may be used. One 8 mil (0.008 in) coat, evenly applied, is adequate to produce all desired effects of the LuminOre® coating. Multiple coats can be applied, waiting 20 minutes between coats; LuminOre® composite metals will stay homogenous regardless of thickness.

FINISHING: The cured composite metals may be sanded, sandblasted, metal polished, wire brushed, acid washed, ground, machined (with adequate thickness), engraved, sealed and treated in the same manner as solid metal.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: LuminOre Traditional composite metals are class 1, class A fire rated and will not support a flame. LuminOre Modern and QuickCoat composite metals are class 2, class B fire rated. All LuminOre metals are non-conductive of electricity and, with the exception of LuminOre iron, all metals are non-magnetic.

• Weight per Gallon: 23.9 pounds astm: D 1475 (90)
• Specific Gravity: 2.87 g/ll. astm: D 1475 (90)
• Percent of Solids by Weight: 94.21% astm: D 2369 (90)
• Nonvolatile Solids %: 63.5% astm D2369
• Percent of Solids by Volume: 68.84%, astm: D 2369 (90), D2832 (90)
• Viscosity # 2 Zahn Cup: 36-38 seconds astm D 4212 (88)
• Leach Rate Test Data: 1020 parts per billion
• Weatherometer Test: astm D2565 Completed 3000 hours without any delaminating, corrosion, blistering or breakdown.
• Envirotest Machine: astm D2246 Completed 3000 hours without any delaminating, corrosion, blistering or breakdown.
• Flashpoint: astm D56 78 F TCC * Traditional Metals, Casting Metals
• Flame Spread: astm E84 0 *Traditional Metals
• Fire Rating - Material as cured: NFPA Class A; UBC Class 1 *Traditional Metals
• Fire Rating – Material as cured: NFPA Class B; UBC Class 2 *Modern Metals/QuickCoat Metals
• Pull Off Strength using Portable Adhesion Tester Type II with a 0-2000 psi scale - astm D4541-95: No coating to substrate failures were reported.

Warranties and Disclaimers This product is warranted to be free from defective materials and workmanship. All other warranties are expressly disclaimed, including without limitation, warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Any liability shall be limited exclusively to replacement of this product. Under no circumstances shall liability exist for incidental, consequential, or special damages relating to the handling or use of this product. This product should be handled and used in strict accordance with LuminOre, Incorporated’s most recent MSDS, product labels, Manufacturers Specifications, and training materials, and only by persons trained in the handling and use of this product. This product is intended for use by skilled persons at their own risk. Under no conditions shall the purchaser have the right to manufacture, formulate, treat or alter any of the Composite Materials or to prepare or apply Coatings in any manner other than in accordance with the Application Methods. The Composite Materials have been specifically formulated and treated for practice of the Technology according to the Application Methods. Use of any substitute component or material shall constitute a default under this Agreement and a waiver and cancellation of the warranty provided herein as to Composite Materials containing such substituted or altered components and as to Composite Materials which are not prepared or applied in accordance with the Application Methods.

Issue Date: 1/31/95
Revised Date: 1/1/2001