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Retrofit Smart Film

A switchable smart film applied to existing glass, to provide instant privacy where required.

The new switchable Retrofit Smart Film option from Smartglass International is designed to be retrofitted onto new or existing glass, and offers users an alternative method of incorporating instant privacy at the flick of a switch.

Adhesive Smart Film

Designed to be retrofitted onto new or existing glass panels, Retrofit Smart Film can be applied to add unique features to your space.

  • Extended Function
    Retrofitting this switchable film to existing glass extends the function of the glass by fully transforming the space and allowing for various additional design elements.
  • Durability and Usability
    A scratch-resistant coating offers unique durability and usability.
  • Improved Thermal and Visual Comfort
    The solar Retrofit Smart Film option provides users with on-demand privacy and transparency, while blocking up to 55% solar IR and 99% UV.
  • Unique Design
    The Retrofit Smart Film is applied precisely by experienced installers, ensuring all wires and busbars are hidden with frames or other trimming solutions, giving your design a unique, finished appearance.
  • Instant Privacy
    Retrofit Smart Film can be applied to any internal glass panel for instant privacy where required. Solar variations of the Retrofit Smart Film can also be applied to external-facing glass panels.
  • Reliable, Consistent Operation
    Subjecting each unit to rigorous quality checks, including extensive electrical tests, helps to ensure that every piece of retrofit film operates consistently over time.

Specification Table

Film Optical Performance White Retrofit Film Grey Retrofit Film White Solar
Retrofit Film
Attribute OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON
Parallel Light Transmittance 4% 74% 2.9% 48% 3.2% 74%
VLT (Total Transmittance) 67% 77% 36% 50% 60% 76%
Haze (ON) 3.8% 3.8% 4.4%
(25°C)
3.6%
(80°C)
Colour Grade L 82.3 64.7 77.12
A 0.7 0.55 -0.08
B 7.4 8.2 8.92
Film Technical Properties White Retrofit Film Grey Retrofit Film White Solar
Retrofit Film
Switching Time 10ms 10ms 6ms
Lifecycle 18 million + 18 million + 18 million +
Operating Temperature -20 to +70°C -20 to +70°C -20 to +90°C
Power Consumption 1-3W/m2 1-3W/m2 1-3W/m2
Power Consumption 560µ 560µ 505µ
Maximum Width (mm) 1500 1500 1500
Cut-To-Fit Custom sizes, shapes, busbar position; holes & notches Custom sizes, shapes, busbar position; holes & notches Custom sizes, shapes, busbar position; holes & notches
Glass Types Annealed, Tempered, Clear, Low Iron/Ultra Clear, IG Units, Other Annealed, Tempered, Clear, Low Iron/Ultra Clear, IG Units, Other Annealed, Tempered, Clear, Low Iron/Ultra Clear, IG Units, Other
Adhesive Type Dry Dry Dry
Scratchproof Coating YES YES YES
Storage Conditions -20°C to +60°C. <50% Humidity -20°C to +60°C. <50% Humidity -20°C to +60°C. <50% Humidity
Grade Internal Internal Internal
(external-facing windows)
Electrical Performance White Retrofit Film Grey Retrofit Film White Solar
Retrofit Film
Operative Controller Types Mini, Flex, Multiplex, Custom Mini, Flex, Multiplex, Custom Mini, Flex, Multiplex, Custom
Operating Modes Fade, ON/OFF, Dimming Fade, ON/OFF, Dimming Fade, ON/OFF, Dimming
Operating Voltage 48-70VAC 48-70VAC 48-70VAC
Operating Frequency 25, 32, 50Hz 25, 32, 50Hz 25, 32, 50Hz
Film Solar Performance White Solar Retrofit Film
Operative Controller Types OFF ON
Visible Light Reflection - Interior 19.83% 13.4%
Visible Light Reflection - Exterior 22.02% 14.21%
UV Block 99%
Total Solar Energy Reflection 29.90% 29.20%
Total Solar Energy Transmittance 39.1% 55%
Total Solar Energy Absorption 31% 15.7%
Shading Coefficient 0.56 0.69
G-Value 0.49 0.6
U-Value W/Km2 5.88
ΔT(°C) Up to 15°C

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Technical Details

  • A technologically advanced material, the Retrofit Smart Film product can be applied directly to existing glass windows, offering privacy as needed in a wide range of temperatures and style applications.

  • Handled exclusively by professional window film installers, this material is designed to provide on-demand transparency or privacy, solar control, and UV protection. A scratch-resistant coating makes the film perfectly suited for internal use.

  • Sizes:
    Made to measure; maximum width: 1500mm
  • Colours:
    White, Grey, Solar Control White
  • Glass types:
    Annealed, Tempered, Clear, Low Iron / Ultra Clear, IG Units, Other
  • Film Thickness:
    505µ - 560µ
  • Operating Modes:
    Fade, ON/OFF, Dimming
  • Scratchproof Coating:
    Yes
  • Operating Voltage:
    48-70VAC
  • Switching Time:
    Less than 10ms

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FAQs

How can Retrofit Smart Film be applied?

Retrofit Smart Film is applied by professional window film installers onto existing glass panes. The existing glass must be dry for proper installation.

How long does it take Retrofit Smart Film to switch between states?

The Retrofit Smart Film can switch between transparent and opaque within 0.1 seconds.

Can the film be used outdoors?

While the Retrofit Smart Film has a scratchproof coating to help defend against external wear and tear, and the solar variation can be applied to external-facing windows, the product itself is not to be applied in an outdoor setting.

What is the difference between Retrofit Smart Film and Privacy Smartglass?

Retrofit Smart Film is a film material applied to new or existing glass panels in situ. Privacy Smartglass is a laminated product fully encapsulating the film material and guaranteeing the longevity of your switchable glass solution.

What warranty is attached to the Retrofit Smart Film product?

Retrofit Smart Film carries a warranty of 2 years. Other Smartglass laminated glass products carry a warranty of 5 years.

The Smartglass Difference

Expertise, product and service you can trust.

Unquestionable quality from a specialist team with unparalleled experience. Delivering made-to-order switchable glass solutions for more than 20 years.

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