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Anti-Ice Coatings
Anti-ice coatings are specialized surface treatments that are designed to prevent the formation of ice on coated surfaces. They work by creating a hydrophobic surface that repels water and inhibits ice adhesion to prevent the buildup of dangerous ice layers. A key benefit of anti-ice coatings is increased safety and efficiency of equipment by reducing ice accumulation to maintain optimal performance in icy conditions. The reduced need for de-icing agents and labor can also lead to significant cost savings.
NANOMYTE® SuperAi
Reduce Ice Adhesion and Prevent Dangerous Ice Buildup
NEI’s anti-ice coatings, NANOMYTE® SuperAi and NANOMYTE® SuperAi-UVP, are designed to impart anti-icing properties to a variety of underlying substrate materials, including plastics, metals, glass, concrete, & ceramics to provide superior properties, such as:
- Exceptional Ice Protection: Independent testing confirms that SuperAi significantly reduces ice adhesion by up to 80% compared to untreated surfaces.
- Lasting Durability & Appearance: The nanocomposite coatings are hard and transparent, while providing a smooth and glossy finish with low haze.
- Simple Application: The lightweight, low viscosity formulation spreads quickly and cures under ambient conditions, with no primer required in most cases.
- Easy-to-Clean: The lower friction, slippery surface makes it resistant to contamination and easier to clean up.
- Cost Savings: Suitable for permanent application, thus increasing the service life of coated materials
Applications & Uses
This breakthrough coating technology mitigates the hazards and inefficiencies associated with ice accumulation, enhancing productivity & safety, and thereby providing a good return on investment. SuperAi is ideally suited for common applications across various industries, including Aerospace (aircraft wings, propellers), Automotive (sensors), Energy (wind turbines, power lines), Infrastructure (bridges, roads, traffic signs), and Marine (ships, boats, offshore structures).
Select a tab below to learn more about each coating, including technical data & safety information and pricing information.
NANOMYTE® SuperAi
NANOMYTE® SuperAi
SuperAi Product Sheet »
NANOMYTE® SuperAi can be applied directly on a variety of substrate materials to reduce the ice adhesion of treated surfaces (including plastics, metals, glass, concrete and ceramics) by up to 80%, thereby preventing ice buildup. SuperAi is an easy to use, single component coating solution. It can be applied by brush, spray, or wipe with no primer or curing required. The dry film thickness can be adjusted to be in the range of 5 – 15 microns and only one coat is required to cover the substrate.
Product Specifications:
- Product Form: One-part liquid coating solution
- Color: Clear
- Curing Temperature: 20° – 150 °C
- Cured Film Thickness: 5 – 15 µm
- Coverage: 110 m2 (1200 ft2) per gallon
Coating Application
Ensure surfaces to be coated are clean, dry, and in sound condition. Before applying SuperAi, remove all oil, grease, dust, dirt and other foreign material by using an appropriate cleaner. To ensure that the surface is completely free of oil and grease, use a lint-free white cloth with a solvent such as alcohol or acetone, and wipe the surface. If the cloth remains white, the surface is clean; if the cloth turns dark, continue cleaning until it remains white. Once clean, SuperAi can be applied by spraying, rolling, or brushing and is thermally cured under ambient conditions. For complete instructions, please refer to the TDS.
View/Download Technical Data Sheet (pdf) ↓
Product Safety Information:
Precautions for Safe Handling
Appropriate personal protective equipment should be used at all times. Provide good ventilation or extraction. Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of vapor. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep away from heat, sparks, flames and other sources of ignition. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Conditions for Safe Storage
Avoid storage over 100° F and contamination with incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well ventilated place. Protect from moisture. Residual vapors might explode on ignition. Do not apply heat, cut, drill, and grind or weld on or near this container.
View/Download Safety Data Sheet (pdf) ↓
NANOMYTE® SuperAi-UVP
NANOMYTE® SuperAi-UVP
NANOMYTE® SuperAi-UVP is a nanocomposite coating with enhanced weatherability that imparts anti-icing and UV-protective properties to the underlying substrate. In addition to shedding ice buildup, the single component coating helps keep surfaces clean, while also providing protection from the harmful effects of UV radiation. SuperAi-UVP maintains excellent hydrophobicity, with a static water contact angle of 100 – 105° (even after 2,000 hours of QUV exposure) as well as a low ice adhesion value of less than 1 psi after more than 1,000 hours of exposure.
Product Specifications:
- Product Form: One-part liquid coating solution
- Color: Clear
- Curing Temperature: 20° – 150 °C
- Cured Film Thickness: 5 – 15 µm
- Coverage: 110 m2 (1200 ft2) per gallon
- Weatherability: 1,000 hours (minimum, DFT = 0.5 mils) by ASTM D4587 (G154, Cycle 1)
Coating Application
Ensure surfaces to be coated are clean, dry, and in sound condition. Before applying SuperAi, remove all oil, grease, dust, dirt and other foreign material by using an appropriate cleaner. To ensure that the surface is completely free of oil and grease, use a lint-free white cloth with a solvent such as alcohol or acetone, and wipe the surface. If the cloth remains white, the surface is clean; if the cloth turns dark, continue cleaning until it remains white. Once clean, SuperAi can be applied by spraying, rolling, or brushing. For complete instructions, please refer to the TDS.
View/Download Technical Data Sheet (pdf) ↓
Product Safety Information:
Precautions for Safe Handling
Appropriate personal protective equipment should be used at all times. Provide good ventilation or extraction. Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of vapor. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep away from heat, sparks, flames and other sources of ignition. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Conditions for Safe Storage
Avoid storage over 100° F and contamination with incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well ventilated place. Protect from moisture. Residual vapors might explode on ignition. Do not apply heat, cut, drill, and grind or weld on or near this container.
View/Download Safety Data Sheet (pdf) ↓
Technical Links
Technical Links
View and download the latest technical data for our anti-ice coatings:
| Product | Description | Technical Data Sheet | Safety Data Sheet |
| NANOMYTE® SR-Primer | Adhesion promoter for plastic, stainless steel, & other surfaces | TDS (pdf) » | SDS (pdf) » |
| NANOMYTE® SuperAi | Original Anti-ice Formulation | TDS (pdf) » | SDS (pdf) » |
| NANOMYTE® SuperAi-UVP | Original Formulation with UV-Protection | TDS (pdf) » | SDS (pdf) » |
Case Study
The Development of NEI’s Anti-Ice Coating Technology for the Aerospace Industry
A Case Study of NANOMYTE® SuperAi from Concept to Implementation
The leading edge of the wing is where icing occurs.
A manufacturer of de-icing systems brought up the idea of combining an active de-icing system with a coating that easily sheds ice. Ice formation on the leading edge of an aircraft is a common aviation danger, playing a key role in several catastrophic accidents over the years that have killed people and destroyed aircrafts. All commercial aircraft have a built-in ice protection system, which could be either a thermal, thermal-mechanical, electro-mechanical, or pneumatic system. A common issue with de-icing devices is that they consume substantial power. Aircraft generally look to reduce power consumption, and with the advent of battery-powered aircraft, mechanisms or features that reduce power consumption are critically important. The aspect of reduced power is also relevant for battery powered drones. Applying a passive anti-ice coating that functions synergistically with the active de-icing device is an attractive approach. The advantages are reduced power consumption, improved service life of mechanical components, lighter electronics and extra protection in case of failure of active device.
The challenge presented to the engineers and scientists at NEI Corporation was to develop and demonstrate a coating that exhibits durable anti-ice performance and satisfactory wear and erosion resistance. More importantly, it needed to be practical for retrofitting in-service aircraft as well as be used by OEMs. In order to address the need, NEI developed its NANOMYTE® SuperAiTM coating technology to have the following features:
- Extremely lubricating surface
- Superior ice adhesion reduction factor
- Thin coating (< 1 mil or 25 microns), providing a light weight solution
- Durable anti-ice performance, suitable for permanent application
- Room temperature cure
- Easy application by spraying, dipping, or brushing
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Please Note:
- Available Quantities: 1 liter (minimum), 1 gallon, 5 gallons, and 55 gallon quantities
- Made in the USA: NEI’s coatings are manufactured in Somerset, NJ and shipped directly to customers worldwide.
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