tech Notes

Technote #44 Painting metal surfaces to increase emissivity

Even with the availability of LoE Filter models, as a

general rule higher emissivities require less careful

attention to set-up details and calibration, and are

more “forgiving” in long term service using any

IR temperature measuring device. Accordingly it

is recommended that where possible, surface

missivity should be increased. If it is not possible

to increase emissivity, then a LoE Filter model

should be specified.

As an example, to control a metal roller temperature,

paint either the end or an unused edge, and monitor

with an IRt/c.

A recommended paint for most service is

RUST-OLEUM®

7778

BAR-B-Q-BLACK

Rated to 427°C (800°F)