Hybrid Films
Hybrid kaca film take the best of
both worlds from the aforementioned film types, employing both a dyed
film layer and a reflective metallized layer to achieve superior
results. By combining the reflective properties of the metals with the
absorption characteristics of dyed film, less of each material is
required, generally resulting in a slightly lighter tint with equal or
greater heat rejection than any of the previously mentioned film types
on their own, with low reflectivity. This film type shatters the
misconception that assumes darker films provide greater heat rejection.
In most cases, the darker dyed films are chosen for little other than
aesthetic value and greater privacy at a lower price.
Ceramic Films
Ceramic
tint films are a relatively new development in the industry, and are
absolutely top-tier. Utilizing neither the dyes nor metals found in
other films, ceramic tint films are constructed with nanotechnology, and
while surpassing the heat rejection capability of even the best
metallic film, have none of the signal interference normally associated
with it. In addition, this highly durable film serves to strengthen the
glass to which it is applied, practically eliminating the possibility of
glass shattering in a collision or other accident. Ceramic films are
also highly resistant to fading, cracking, discoloration, bubbling, and
many other drawbacks associated with other film types. It does, however,
have one drawback - price. Often it is far more expensive than other
applications, but if you are looking for the absolute best window tint
solution available, ceramic film is certainly the highest quality film
on the market.
Many vehicle owners choose to tint their windows in order to achieve a
certain sleek look, increase privacy or reduce the amount of heat
inside the car. For whatever reason you choose to tint your car windows,
you will be able to reap all the benefits tinted windows provide,
including preventing ultraviolet rays that can cause skin cancer and can
cause damage to your car interior. Tinted vehicle windows can also
protect you during an accident, as the tinting film can actually prevent
the auto glass from shattering and injuring the driver and/or
passengers.
The tinting film is usually manufactured as a
polyester film with thin layers of dyes that provides the color tint and
absorbs heat. Some tinting processes will deposit metallic particles
that provide a reflective coating to the tint film. All the layers of
tint film are combined. One side of the film acts as an adhesive.
Choosing
a window tint comes down to a couple of factors: The percentage of tint
you desire and the percentage of tint allowed by your local laws.
Tinted window film reflects a percentage of visible light, absorbs
visible light, and transmits visible light. Depending on the strength of
your eyesight, you should select a tinting percentage that gives you
adequate vision as well as provides you with the protection that
automobile tinting provides.
