Imagine a space that transforms with the simple press of a button. From an open, bright office to a completely private meeting room in just seconds. This magic technology isn’t science fiction. It’s the reality brought to you by smart glass film, redefining the way we live and work.
What Exactly is a Smart Glass Film?
A smart glass film is a thin, flexible laminate sandwiched between two panes of glass, creating an intelligent insulating glass unit (IGU). The magic begins with PDLC (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal) technology. When the film is off, the liquid crystals inside it are randomly scattered, causing light to diffuse and giving the surface a frosted, white appearance. When activated with an electric current, these crystals align, allowing light to pass through clearly. The transition from opaque to transparent glass is instant and impressive.
PDLC Technology: The Heart of the Operation
PDLC technology is the brain behind this marvel. The process is elegant and efficient. The film consists of a polymer layer containing microscopic droplets of liquid crystal. Without power, these crystals float freely, acting like tiny prisms that scatter light in all directions, creating the blurring effect. When an electric field is applied, they immediately sync up, creating a clear pathway for visible light. This change happens at an incredible speed, typically in less than 45 milliseconds.
Where Can This Technology Be Applied?
The applications are endless, offering privacy and flexibility to a multitude of spaces. It is installed in: Offices and conference rooms for dynamic space division. Hospitals and clinics, providing immediate, essential discretion for patients. Luxury homes, creating modern, adaptable living spaces. Even in public areas like airports, hotels, restaurants, trains & buses, dramatically enhancing the user experience.
The Key Advantages: Far More Than Just Privacy
The benefits of the ELC200 smart film go far beyond basic partitioning. The smart electric film allows you to provide privacy in seconds, simply and from a distance. It is controlled easily via a wall switch or even more conveniently with a wireless remote. Furthermore, when the room is dark, the surface transforms into an excellent projection screen for videos and slides, adding a new dimension to presentations and cinematic experiences.
Incredible Flexibility in Color and Design
Aesthetics are key to any design. PDLC technology isn’t limited to a monotonous white. To match every application and preference, the ELC200 film is offered in a palette of modern colors: Black, Grey, Blue, and White. This gives you the freedom to choose the color that fits perfectly with existing décor, furniture, or corporate identity, ensuring a seamless and stylish integration.
Detailed Technical Characteristics
For the technically oriented, the ELC200’s specifications are equally impressive. At only 400 microns thick, it is incredibly thin. Light transmittance is >78% in the ON state and <5% in the OFF state, ensuring brightness when transparent and absolute privacy when not. It operates in a wide temperature range (-20°C to 70°C) and has an extremely low energy consumption of only 4 Watts per square meter. Its service life exceeds 50,000 hours, making it a long-term and economical solution.
The Installation Process
A major concern with new technologies is installation. Here, special crews make the process easy. The film is placed either between two panes of glass or internally or externally on the panes, creating a sealed insulating glass unit (IGU). This means there are no visible wires or complicated electrical systems on the glass itself. The film is self-adhesive, simplifying the process. Every project is built individually with custom measurements, ensuring a perfect fit for every opening, regardless of shape or size.
Environmental Benefits and Energy Savings
Beyond privacy, these smart films contribute to a building’s energy efficiency. They act as an additional insulating layer, helping to regulate internal temperature. With thermal insulation > Class 2, they help reduce energy costs for heating and cooling, making them a smart choice for modern, green buildings. Their low energy consumption fits perfectly with a sustainable design approach.
A Long-Term Investment with a Guarantee
Choosing a technology for your space is an investment. The ELC200 is built for durability and longevity. It undergoes standard resistance tests for heat, ensuring it can withstand the demands of daily use. For your further peace of mind, the product comes with a 50.000 hours warranty (for glass units not exposed to direct sunlight and are free of moisture), demonstrating the manufacturers’ confidence in its quality and reliability.
The Future is Clear (When You Want It To Be)
PDLC smart films, like the ELC200, are not just a product. They are a design tool that empowers. They give you control over a space’s light, privacy, and functionality with unexpected ease. They combine aesthetic elegance with technological capability, creating dynamic, adaptable spaces that respond to the needs of modern life. They are a clear testament that the future of architecture is smart, adaptable, and always under your complete control.