Cerakote GEN II FLAT DARK EARTH HIR-265 4oz/Bottle

Cerakote HIR Series (GEN II NIR) is the 2nd-generation near-infrared signature management ceramic thin-film coating, built on proven H-Series ceramic-polymer technology. It controls both visual appearance and near-infrared (NIR) reflectance signature for camouflage against 3rd-generation night vision devices. The coating delivers ultra-high hardness, corrosion resistance, abrasion resistance and chemical resistance. It is a single-coat thin-film system with recommended thickness of 1 mil (25 μm), requiring oven curing. Compliant with MIL-DTL-44436 military NIR reflectance specification, it is widely used on small arms, tactical hardware and defense platform components, providing long-lasting protection under harsh field environments while managing NIR signature.

• NIR Signature Management: Meets MIL-DTL-44436, suppresses signature detection by 3rd-gen night vision, maintains visual camouflage；

• High-Performance Ceramic Thin-Film System: Single-coat application without primer/topcoat; 1 mil recommended thickness, minimal impact on tight tolerances；

• Superior Mechanical Performance: 8H/9H pencil hardness, 5B cross-cut adhesion, excellent impact & bend crack resistance, outstanding abrasion resistance；

• Excellent Corrosion & Chemical Resistance: Withstands salt spray, solvents and chemicals for demanding field conditions；

• Multiple Matte Earth-Tone Finishes: Graphite Black HIR-146, Desert Sand HIR-199, Coyote Tan HIR-235, Flat Dark Earth HIR-265 and other flat matte colors；

• VOC-exempt formulation, environmentally compliant；

• Typical Applications：Military small arms, firearms, tactical accessories, optics housings, tactical hardware; ground defense platform components; law enforcement equipment; precision metal parts requiring NIR camouflage against 3rd-gen night vision detection.

• ⚠️Note：HIR Gen II falls under defense-controlled coatings. Procurement outside of the United States typically requires an authorization letter issued by military or law enforcement authorities.