ROBAX® IR SuperMax heat-reflective coating
This coated fire-viewing panel reflects significantly more heat back into the combustion chamber than an uncoated ROBAX® panel. As a result, it can help maintain a comfortable room temperature and prevent overheating.* Reduced heat radiation toward the living space may also allow for smaller distances to walls or furniture, helping make the fireplace a focal point of the room.
Winner of the prestigious German Innovation Award 2021
The innovative coating of ROBAX® IR SuperMax was recognized with the German Innovation Award 2021 in the “Materials & Surfaces” category.
The IR SuperMax principle
The IR coating of the ROBAX® IR SuperMax fire-viewing panel reflects more infrared heat radiation back into the combustion chamber than an uncoated ROBAX® fire-viewing panel of the same thickness in an identical stove setup. As a result, under comparable conditions, the stove reaches the temperature range favorable for clean combustion more quickly. Depending on the stove design, fuel quality, and operation, this thermal support can support more complete combustion.*
Cozy up. Clean less. Chill more.
Soot deposits on the fire-viewing panel can occur during almost every burn cycle. This is where ROBAX® IR SuperMax comes in. The higher reflection of heat radiation can increase the temperature on the inside of the glass-ceramic and thereby promote a pyrolysis-like effect. As a result, fewer soot deposits may form – helping reduce cleaning effort and keep the view of the fire clear for longer.*That leaves more room for what makes a fireplace special: the movement of the flames, the warm atmosphere, and quiet moments in the living space. With less time spent cleaning the panel, there is more time to simply enjoy the fireplace – as part of a living environment where design, comfort, and the fire experience come together.
Simply comfortable
Comfort also means being able to integrate a fireplace easily into the living space and enjoy using it. ROBAX® IR SuperMax can contribute to this: By reflecting more heat radiation back into the combustion chamber, the amount of heat radiation emitted toward the living space can be reduced. This can contribute to a more comfortable perception of room temperature – particularly in well-insulated low-energy and passive houses.
Depending on the stove design and applicable safety requirements, the reduced heat radiation may also allow for smaller distances to walls and furniture and/or a larger fire-viewing panel, creating additional design freedom.*
Under defined conditions, ROBAX® IR SuperMax can also contribute to a reduction in CO and particulate matter emissions.**
Depending on the stove design and applicable safety requirements, the reduced heat radiation may also allow for smaller distances to walls and furniture and/or a larger fire-viewing panel, creating additional design freedom.*
Under defined conditions, ROBAX® IR SuperMax can also contribute to a reduction in CO and particulate matter emissions.**
The advantages of ROBAX® IR SuperMax fire-viewing panels
*Statements refer to the internal comparison of ROBAX® IR SuperMax with an uncoated ROBAX® fire-viewing panel of the same size and thickness in an identical stove setup. The effects described depend on stove design, fuel quality, and operation. No statement is made regarding the finished appliance’s compliance with emissions limits. Tested under regular operating conditions in accordance with a documented test procedure. Details of the conditions and methodology are available in the corresponding test report (available upon request).
** Under the internal, documented test conditions described in *, the comparison showed a reduction in the sum of particulate matter emissions by about half and an average reduction in the CO value of approx. 45% (both starting from minute 0 of each burning cycle).
We therefore strongly recommend testing whether ROBAX® IR SuperMax can achieve the desired result before committing to serial production.
** Under the internal, documented test conditions described in *, the comparison showed a reduction in the sum of particulate matter emissions by about half and an average reduction in the CO value of approx. 45% (both starting from minute 0 of each burning cycle).
We therefore strongly recommend testing whether ROBAX® IR SuperMax can achieve the desired result before committing to serial production.
Birgit Eickeler
Product Manager SCHOTT ROBAX®