The HITECH CERAMIC series film is a high-performance, non-metallized ceramic automotive window film from 3M’s Crystalline series, known for superior heat rejection (around 50-60% total solar energy rejection) and 99.9% UV protection, offering excellent cabin cooling and glare reduction without darkening the glass or interfering with electronic signals (GPS, phones, etc.). It’s popular for windshields due to its high clarity and ability to significantly reduce heat, making driving more comfortable and improving A/C efficiency, while being a premium, clear-looking option.
Key Features & Benefits:
- High Heat Rejection: Uses multilayer optical film (MOF) and ceramic nano-technology to block a significant amount of solar heat, keeping interiors cooler.
- UV Protection: Blocks virtually all harmful UV rays (99.9%), protecting occupants and preventing interior fading.
- Excellent Clarity & Glare Reduction: Provides clear visibility and reduces glare from the sun and headlights, enhancing night driving.
- Signal Friendly: Its non-metallized construction ensures no interference with GPS, mobile phones, satellite radio, or 5G signals.
- Aesthetics: Offers a high-performance, less-tinted look, often used on windshields where darker tints are restricted.
- Durable: Features a scratch-resistant hard coat and comes with a HI-TECH warranty.
Application:
- Ideal for front windshields and other windows where heat reduction is desired without a dark tint.
Performance Data (Approximate, for film on glass):
- Total Solar Energy Rejection (TSER): Up to 64%.
- Infrared Rejection (IRER): Up to 68%.
- UV Transmission: < 1% (Blocks 99.9% UV).
- Visible Light Transmission (VLT): Around 70% (for CERAMIC 5%20%35%50%70%).
Note: The HI-TECH CERAMIC IR FILMS is part of the premium Crystalline series, distinct from other 3M films like RE70 or SP70, and is often used for its clear, high-tech benefits, especially on the front windshield.