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3M™ Glass Bubbles iM16K

Supplied by3M- Last Updated on May 8, 2025

3M™ Glass Bubbles iM16K by 3M is a non-combustible, non-porous soda-lime-borosilicate glass filler. Exhibits chemical inertness, exterior solar reflectivity, low thermal conductivity, low dielectric constant and easier washability. Provides uniform sheen, high-build/ low-slump, higher filler loading, reduced gloss, shrinkage and warpage. Possesses low alkalinity, high strength, low-density and lower film permeability. Offers chemical-, water-, abrasion-, scrub and burnish resistance. Recommended for oil & gas outdoor storage tanks, cryogenic tanks & tankers and gel coats for boat cabins. It improves opacity, viscosity, flow, levelling and sprayability. Applicable for architectural, anti-condensation and industrial paints & coatings like maintenance coatings for bridges, truck under-carriages & other exposed metal structures and epoxy floor coatings. 3M™ Glass Bubbles iM16K is also used in solar reflective coatings for roofs, exterior walls, mobile phones, caravans, refrigerated storage warehouses and refrigerated trucks.
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