Luminescence is the ability of a coating to emit light in the dark. To get such an effect, it is enough to process any object with a luminous paintwork composition. It can be phosphor, photoluminescent or electroluminescent paint. The latter is the most modern material that glows under the influence of electric current. But first, let's look at the principle of the action of ordinary fluorescent paint, which can be done with your own hands.
- Composition and principle of action
- Scope of application of luminescent based paints
- Modern electroluminescent paint LumiLor for car tuning
- Features of electroluminescent paint
- Application Rules
Composition and principle of action
The principle of operation of luminous enamel is that it contributes to the accumulation of light energy, which it then gives up in the dark. As a rule, the duration of light emission from such paint is from 8 to 12 hours. The accumulation of light and its return is a continuous cycle that will allow the use of fluorescent inks for a long time. The coating is available both in liquid form and in the form of aerosol in cans. In addition, you can do it yourself.
The main component of the luminescent coating is a phosphor, which is a special pigment that provides a glow in the dark. The quality of luminescence of luminescent painting directly depends on the quality of the pigment. The phosphor is a luminous powder that easily adapts to environmental conditions, and also has stable physical and chemical characteristics. Luminescent pigment has a long service life, which is about 30 years.
Any luminous paint and varnish material consists of a transparent varnish and a phosphor. Acrylic varnish, as well as a polyurethane or alkyd base, can be used as a transparent carrier. As a rule, the standard proportion of phosphor to varnish is 1: 3. The appearance of a transparent carrier has no effect on the quality of the glow, however, the durability and field of application of the material depend on it. In modern conditions, you can make fluorescent paint with your own hands.
to contents ↑Scope of application of luminescent based paints
Modern fluorescent paints can be used both in outdoor works and in the interior. Scope of luminescent coating:
- the creation of luminous elements in the interior, in particular, fluorescent paint is used for decorative walls, ceilings, as well as for the application of original art drawings;
- decoration of furniture and objects in the interior;
- creating a luminous manicure and makeup for body art;
- decorative decoration of wooden arbors, frames and fences;
- decoration of living or artificial floral elements;
- dyeing textile fabrics, backpacks, bags, advertising clothing or suits;
- photoluminescent ink is used for screen printing in the form of coloring posters, notebooks and advertising stands;
- the use of paint in spray cans in car and bicycle tuning for designing luminous elements of hoods, protective helmets, rims, bicycle spokes, bodywork.
Modern electroluminescent paint LumiLor for car tuning
LumiLor electroluminescent coating is used to emit light by supplying electricity. The developers managed to create a coating based on the electroluminescence process. The mechanism of action is based on the fact that radiative recombination occurs at the subatomic level, due to which phosphorescent substances emit light photons under the influence of an electric current. Thanks to these processes, when the power is supplied, the paint starts to glow in a predetermined color.
Primary colors of LumiLor paint:
- red;
- blue;
- green;
- white;
- yellow.
to contents ↑All other shades are obtained by mixing these primary colors with color toner.
Features of electroluminescent paint
Interestingly, in the absence of power supply, the painted surface looks absolutely normal. However, under the influence of electric current, the coating begins to glow. All this creates great opportunities for creativity, since now you can actually make a canvas from the car body. On it you can depict various original drawings made by yourself.
LumiLor operates on AC power from 500 to 1000 Hz. To connect, you need to use a 12V inverter. It is enough to connect any energy source to this inverter, starting from batteries and ending with a 220 V network.
to contents ↑Application Rules
LumiLor can be applied to any type of surface, such as plastic, metal, wood or fiberglass. Prior to application, the metal should be primed and insulated beforehand. A transparent varnish should be applied to the electroluminescent paint, the thickness and appearance of which is selected taking into account the operating conditions. The material can be applied to any surface that is in the car, both in the exterior and interior. For example, metal, plastic, glass, wooden elements and even carbon can be painted with such paint. Thanks to this, you can make an individual and original drawing in the car with your own hands, which will glow in any situation. According to the developers, the electroluminescent coating is airtight and waterproof.
The technique of applying LumiLor electroluminescent paint with your own hands requires the use of certain equipment and professional skills. However, despite this, the use of electroluminescent coatings in the field of car tuning is becoming increasingly popular.
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