Athermal glass - what is it? How is the athermal film glued to the windshield?

Each owner of the car takes care of his "iron friend" and carefully monitors not only his technical condition, but also the appearance. Atermal glasses have appeared relatively recently in the Russian automobile markets . What is this innovation, what advantages does it give to the machine? Let's try to figure it out.

How to protect yourself from forgery?

Not so long ago the assortment of types and types of auto glass in the automotive market was replenished with functional athermal glass. It has a number of advantages, in particular, it protects against ultraviolet radiation, that is, it prevents the penetration of sunlight. Due to this useful and necessary property, there is no need to install an air conditioner or climate control. The cabin will always have a comfortable temperature regardless of the time of year.

Distinctive features are the factory windshield athermal VAZ: it is produced only by the official corporations of KMK GLASS and FUOO Glass, with the Overtinted and Tinted markings. In the manufacture of glass wool metal oxides are added, which color the glass in greenish, blue and violet colors. In the process of production, they are given heat absorbing properties.

This can only be achieved in the factory. Some unscrupulous auto repair shops often issue the usual tinted and painted film for the athermal glass. What kind of film is this and how to determine the falsification? It is almost impossible to distinguish a film from an atermal glass with the naked eye. It is much cheaper and also refracts the sun's rays, while maintaining excellent visibility. But if you want to install a real glass and not make a mistake in the choice, then be sure to pay close attention to the following criteria:

• Carefully study the marking (Overtinted, Tinted);
• Purchase the goods only in a specialized store;
• Give preference to proven manufacturers;
• Look at the accuracy;
• Do not pursue the cheapness - quality glass costs a lot of money.

Features and operating principle

The car's atermal glass helps to prevent burnout of the interior and interior elements of the car. The heat-absorbing characteristics can be distinguished by the violet and green shade of the glass. There are several types of such products.

• With a filter that protects against ultraviolet radiation. The principle of the product is easily explained: the glass retains heat energy, not allowing it to penetrate inside. Even in the heat, being in the vehicle, you will feel comfortable.
• With metallized spraying. Provides a comfortable temperature regime, absorbing the sun's rays.
• With anti-reflective coating. Increases safety and improves visibility while driving. At 40% reduces the reflection in the windshield (applied to the back of the glass).

What are the advantages of athermal glass?

What are these products? Let's figure it out. This is a high-class film of a new generation, designed for front and windshields, protecting from heating interior trim. After all, everyone knows that infrared radiation strongly damages synthetic materials, skin and tissue. From this they lose their saturation and become faded.

Having installed athermal windshield glazing, you will extend the life of the vehicle and reduce the negative impact of sunlight. In addition, the optimal microclimate will significantly save the energy of the air conditioner. In winter, the heat-reflecting glass will warm the interior, you do not have to turn on the oven every time to maximum power. And in the summer your car will be cool. The listed functional set is not limited to this.

The glass is less exposed to freezing and fogging due to low heat transfer. Due to this useful property, the color rendering, contrast and clarity of the picture are not reduced or distorted. According to the majority of people who experienced this product, during the ride, the eyes get tired less. Among the shortcomings can be identified the inability to use radar detectors. But this applies only to the glass of a purple hue.

Regulation of light transmission in accordance with GOST

There are rules and regulations that all drivers must adhere to. First of all, this is necessary for traffic safety. Tinting with low light transmittance (below 80%) will worsen the visibility and visibility of the traffic situation, besides such cars will not pass technical inspection.

Even if your "iron friend" just got off the assembly line, it does not guarantee 100% light transmission of the windshield. You can independently calculate the permeability of rays using the following formula: for example, if the factory toning was 95%, and the top was covered with a film with 70% visibility, then 0.95 x 0.7 - in the end we get 66.5%, this low percentage of visible Sveta.

How the atermal film is pasted onto the windshield: the process of toning

Sealing can be done by a professional master in the SRT, or with your own hand, if you know this process even a little. First, decide on the color, then prepare the car for installation. Disassembly of the interior and upholstery doors will not be required. Sealing can be done in several ways: on a wet or dry surface. The second option is more complex, and you need to have some experience and knowledge, so let's look at the first method. To facilitate this process, you can remove the glass, but first remove all the seals.

Getting Started

Wash the vehicle carefully, especially the glass, from dust, dirt and stains. Remember that the film is laid flat, on the glass should not be any divorces. If it has scratches and dents, the durability of the product will be questionable. Prepare a soapy solution in advance with a spray gun. Take the tissue paper, it is used as a blank.

It should be attached to the windshield and cut out the necessary piece, after which the film is subsequently cut off. It is better to do with a small margin. On the inner surface of the glass, sprinkle soapy water and apply the film with a transparent side outward, and the dark side against the glass.

Gently spread out his hands, moving from the center to the edges, trying not to form wrinkles. Spray the film on the liquid and wipe with a clean cloth. Using a rubber spatula, remove the formed bubbles. Pay attention to the edges, if they are badly glued, then soon the fields will simply crack. We leave to dry up.

Optimum temperature in the cabin of your car will be supported by athermal glass. What is it, what advantages they give to the driver, you now also know. Also, you can save on fuel and extend the life of your "iron horse", and there will be no problems with the law either.