FAQ’s

Bus Bars are thin, conductive silver/copper strips that are affixed to the PriWatt film and to which the electrical wires are soldered or stapled. They allow the electricity to activate the liquid crystal molecules. Our busbar fabrication method is a patented technology – US11686966B2

Refer to our Installation Guide.

Our experts are available in all major USA and Canadian cities, however certified electrician should be engaged to handle the electrical wiring.If you would like to install PriWatt film. by yourself, please do not hesitate to contact us for detailed instructions.

Yes. In its opaque (default/off) state, PriWatt PDLC effectively blocks 99.9%+ of harmful UV rays. With the use of certain glass types, and/or a variety of interlayers, we are also able to increase the energy efficiency of the product.

Unfortunately this is not possible. Each Privacy Glass panel is manufactured to specific measurements. Once sizes have been confirmed they cannot be altered.

Our PriWatt PDLC operates on standard line voltage (120V AC) through a transformer that delivers 48-54V AC Power and consumes less than 1 watt per square foot of glass/film area.

Yes. Your electrician can install a remote control device, motion sensor, timer, dimmer or integrate into an existing automation system.

Yes. PriWatt panels can be manufactured with holes, notches, and custom shapes.

PriWatt Glass installs in the same environments and with the same tools as most standard glazing. However, you must use our specified silicones, and an electrician must be engaged to handle the electrical wiring.

PriWatt PDLC products should be cleaned with a soft cloth and gentle cleanser. Avoid harsh chemicals and the use of sharp instruments. Ensure you remove all liquids that may have collected around edges during the cleaning process.

It is ‘transparent’ once switched on. %VLT (Visual Light Transmission) is approximately 77%-82% when viewed straight on. Depending upon lighting conditions in its installed environment, you can expect to see a 25%-30% ‘scattered light reflection’ or ‘haze’ while in its transparent state.

PriWatt™ Film is custom manufactured using special equipment to insure straight cuts, however our team can cut or trim PriWatt™ Film on the site without compromising its effect.

Yes, the amount of opacity can be controlled with a dimmer switch.

PriWatt™ PDLC interlayer has a very long life – over 1000000 cycles.

Even though PriWatt Glass is highly technological, it installs the same as most other standard glazing. We can work with your choice of glazing contractor.

Yes, please contact our sales team for detailed information.

This is a normal characteristic of all Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystals (PDLC) laminated glass products. When we cut the PDLC interlayer to size it is always undersized by 1/8” along each edge – this would typically give you a total 1/4” deficiency across both width and height of the glass size. When the glass is laminated it is subjected to pressure and heat. During this process the switchable interlayer shrinks, increasing the edge clearing slightly further. This clear portion of the glass provides essential protection to the liquid crystals from damage and/or contamination during both the laminating process and later when the panel is installed. It is not possible to have the PDLC interlayer right up to the edge of the glass.

As long as the proper voltage is maintained, there are no special maintenance concerns apart from the following care:To meet limited warranty requirements and to ensure the longevity of the PriWatt PDLC interlayer it is important that PriWatt Glass is switched off for a minimum of 4 hours out of every 24 hours.Timer: A 24-hour timer is highly recommended to be installed for each power supply/transformer or group of power supplies/transformers to ensure that the PriWatt PDLC glass is turned ‘off’ for the minimal 4 hour period. If a timer is not used, switching ON and OFF daily is encouraged to ensure that the panels remain functional.

PriWatt™ has a Visual Light Transmittance of approximately 77%-82% with 3% clarity in its ‘off’ state, and blocks 99.9% of UV rays.

Yes. This combination is the most energy efficient. We also make our double glazed PriWatt Glass units using Argon gas and TriSeal super spacer to minimise the convection currents within, providing a high quality IGU.

Yes. We can manufacture PriWatt Glass to be used in either a framed or semi-framed door panel. It can also be made for exterior double-glazed doors (or windows). For hinged doors or windows a special electrical power transfer device is needed.

A variety of coloured glass and/or tinted films may be incorporated into a PriWatt Glass panel to achieve a decorative or coloured effect. However, once colour has been applied it will always be present and may affect the transparency when in the active, ‘ON’ state.

Yes, various grades of impact resistant laminates can be included.

Yes, we can manufacture PriWatt Glass with fire-rated glass.

Yes. Specifications have to be of the utmost precision for the making of PriWatt curved glass.

Yes. PriWatt PDLC Glass is versatile in its uses.

Yes. This design feature can be created by having a PriWatt laminated with only a percentage of it covered with Switchable PriWatt film, and the rest of the glass in clear. The percentage can be varied to whatever proportion of PriWatt Glass you would like, and even as to how many portions (or strips) you would like.

Yes. Panels can be laminated with a proprietary acoustic interlayer and/or double glazed. As a guide, a standard PriWatt panel provides an Acoustic Rating of Rw 36. For effective acoustic performance of a room all walls, doors and windows must have the proper seals in place.

Yes. Our installation experts use a proprietary magnetic connector system and track system for the activation of PriWatt panels installed as operable walls, sliding or stackable doors or windows.

Yes. PriWatt Glass can be used in a shower screen or bathroom enclosure.