ABOUT INFERNEX® HIGH TEMPERATURE PAINT
Engineers and equipment manufacturers have trusted Forrest Technical Coatings for decades as a world leader in high performance liquid coatings. Our latest comprehensive collection, INFERNEX®, is specially formulated to solve your exterior exposure challenges by providing a cost-efficient application that delivers on appearance and corrosion resistance with low environmental impact.
Forrest Technical Coatings has been the respected global manufacturer and distributor of the high temperature Stove Bright® brand since 1978. We bring the same innovative chemical engineering and experience to the INFERNEX® product line.
Use Cases for INFERNEX® HIGH TEMPERATURE PAINT
For use in a variety of industries including automotive, ATV, agricultural and general industrial.
Common applications include:
- Exhaust systems
- Industrial silencers
- Engine parts
- Turbo chargers
- Numerous other high heat applications
Benefits of INFERNEX® HIGH TEMPERATURE PAINT
- Rapid cure
- Excellent over-bake stability
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Direct-to-metal applications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS — INFERNEX® HIGH TEMPERATURE PAINT
Originally engineered for high temperature resistance, INFERNEX® L-1200 has proven itself a reliable coating for more than 30 years due to its unique blend of pigments in a silicone polymer resin. Designed for rapid curing and good film integrity, this product also provides good corrosion protection to various substrates.
INFERNEX® L-1200 (62H290)
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Peak Temp
1200° F (648° C) -
Continuous
1100° F (593° C) -
Adhesion (1 Hr)
4B
ASTM D3359 -
Color Change (8 Hrs)
PASS -
240 Hrs Salt Spray
PASS
ASTM B117/D1654 -
Pencil Hardness
H
ASTM 3363 -
Gloss @ 60°
2-5
ASTM D523-14 -
Accelerated Weathering (QUV A)
100% Gloss Retention
ASTM D4587-11
300 Hrs
INFERNEX® L-1100 was originally engineered for barbeque protection with additional animal and vegetable fats resistance. Its unique epoxy formula performs at a peak temperature of 1100° F (593° C). It’s become a top seller in the INFERNEX® line-up with a durable black satin finish with excellent mar and corrosion resistance.
INFERNEX® L-1100 (54H204)
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Peak Temp
1100° F (593° C) -
Continuous
1100° F (593° C) -
Adhesion (8 Hr)
5B
ASTM D3359 -
Color Change (8 Hrs)
PASS -
240 Hrs Salt Spray
PASS
ASTM B117/D1654 -
Pencil Hardness
H
ASTM 3363 -
Gloss @ 60°
5-10
ASTM D523-14
INFERNEX® LZ-1000 is a zinc-loaded formulation which means no primer necessary! This coating has excellent color and gloss retention. For superior corrosion resistance on exterior surfaces especially at temperatures up to 1000° F (538° C).
INFERNEX® LZ-1000 (251H Series, 251H201 Charcoal & 251H219 Black)
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Peak Temp
1000° F (538° C) -
Continuous
1100° F (593° C) -
Adhesion (8 Hrs)
5B -
Color Change (8 Hrs)
PASS -
240 Hrs Salt Spray
PASS
ASTM B117/D1654 -
Pencil Hardness
H
ASTM 3363 -
Gloss @ 60°
2-7
ASTM D523-14
This INFERNEX® liquid was formulated for rapid curing and corrosion resistance with very good exterior durability. It has a unique balance of excellent pre- and post-burn adhesion and color retention up to 800° F (426° C). Its flat black finish applies smoothly to ferrous and non-ferrous substrates.
INFERNEX® L-800 (62H241)
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Peak Temp
800° F (426° C) -
Continuous
800° F (426° C)
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Adhesion (1 Hr)
5B -
Color Change (8 Hrs)
PASS -
Accelerated Weathering (QUV A) ASTM D4587-11
60% Gloss Retention
300 Hrs -
Gloss @ 60°
4-6
INFERNEX® LB-1100 High Temp Baking Enamel is qualified for use on exhaust system components by an international agricultural equipment manufacturer. INFERNEX® LB-1100 offers breakthrough performance in long-term durability and corrosion resistance for machine exhaust systems in exterior working environments. Qualified for use on cold-rolled and hot-rolled, aluminized, and stainless steel substrates with pre-thermal and post-thermal shock standards that meet or exceed industry standards.
INFERNEX® LB-1100 High Temp Baking Enamel
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Peak Temp
1100° F (593° C) -
Continuous
1100° F (593° C) -
Adhesion (8 Hrs)
4B+
ASTM D3359 -
Color Change (8 Hrs)
PASS -
240 Hrs Salt Spray
PASS
ASTM B117/D1654 -
Pencil Hardness
H+
ASTM D3363 -
Gloss @ 60°
1-5
ASTM D523-14 -
Solvent Resistance
100+ MEK rub
ASTM D4752
COMPARE INFERNEX® LIQUID PAINT PRODUCTS
Product | Peak Temp | Continuous | Gloss | QUV A |
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L-1200 | 1200° F | 1100° F | 2 - 5 @ 60° | 100% Gloss Retained |
L-1100 | 1100º F | 1100° F | 5-10 @ 60° | 70% Gloss Retained |
LZ-1000 Series | 1000º F | 1100° F | 2-7 @ 60° | 100% Gloss Retained |
L-800 | 800º F | 800° F | 4-6 @ 60° | 60% Gloss Retained |
LB-1100 | 1100º F | 1100º F | 1-5 @ 60° | N/A |