PDLC Film for Glass
Self-adhesive PDLC film for retrofit application to any flat glass, or factory-laminated PDLC glass units for new construction — custom sized, USA manufactured.
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PDLC technology is available in two installation formats depending on whether you have existing glass or are specifying new glazing.
Self-Adhesive PDLC Film
Applied directly to your existing glass using a wet installation method — no glass replacement, no construction required.
Best for:
- Retrofit projects on existing glass
- Tenant improvements and renovations
- Budget-conscious installations
- Leased spaces (removable if needed)
- Any flat glass surface
Key Features:
- No glass replacement needed
- Custom cut to your dimensions
- 0.4mm total film thickness
- Ships with transformer and hardware
- Installed by DIY or professional
Laminated PDLC Glass Units
PDLC interlayer factory-bonded between two glass panes — delivered as a complete finished glass unit ready for glazing frame installation.
Best for:
- New construction and new partitions
- Architectural specifications requiring safety glass
- High-clarity, premium installations
- Curved or shaped glass applications
- Structural glazing systems
Key Features:
- Factory-sealed — no visible edge connections
- Meets safety glazing standards
- Higher visible light transmission
- Compatible with IGU (insulating glass units)
- Temperable versions available
Glass Types Compatible with PDLC Film
Self-adhesive PDLC film works on virtually any flat glass surface. Here's what's compatible.
Annealed (Float) Glass
Standard clear float glass — the most common glass type in offices, homes, and commercial buildings. Ideal substrate for PDLC film application.
Tempered / Safety Glass
Heat-treated safety glass used in high-traffic areas and building code-required locations. PDLC film adheres well to tempered glass surfaces.
Laminated Safety Glass
Glass with an existing PVB or SGP interlayer. PDLC film applies to the interior surface for retrofit privacy glass.
Low-E Glass
Energy-efficient glass with metallic oxide coating. Compatible with PDLC film on the non-coated interior surface (side 2 of standard glazing).
Insulating Glass Units (IGU)
Double or triple pane window units. PDLC film can be applied to the interior pane, or PDLC interlayer can be factory-incorporated into new IGU fabrication.
Wet Areas & Shower Glass
Frameless shower glass, steam room glass, and other high-humidity glass. PDLC film with sealed edges is rated for wet environment installation.
What's Inside PDLC Film?
PDLC film is a precision multi-layer assembly. From bottom to top, each layer serves a specific optical and electrical function:
Optical-Grade Adhesive Layer
Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) bonds the film to the glass surface without air gaps or optical distortion.
ITO-Coated PET Substrate (Bottom)
Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) coating on polyester film creates the transparent conductive electrode layer.
PDLC Active Layer
The core: liquid crystal microdroplets suspended in a polymer matrix. This layer provides the switchable opacity effect.
ITO-Coated PET Substrate (Top)
Second conductive layer completes the electrical sandwich. Bus bars along both edges carry current across the full film area.
Protective Hard Coat
Scratch-resistant outer coating protects the film surface and allows standard glass cleaning products to be used safely.
PDLC Film Quick Reference
| Total film thickness | 0.4mm |
| Active layer thickness | ~100–200 microns |
| Electrode material | Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) |
| Base film material | PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) |
| Operating voltage | 48–65V AC |
| Max panel size | Up to 60" wide, any length |
| Certifications | CE, RoHS, FCC |