Panel Graphic specialise in anti reflective plastic and AR (Anti-Reflection) coatings for plastic sheets.
Developed over 2 decades of continuous improvement and constant use. Several of these specialist materials are completely unique to us.
Our in house applied AR treatments are only available from us.
So, let’s find out more about anti reflective plastic:
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What is anti reflective plastic?
Optiguard AR Vacuum Anti-Reflection Coating for plastics
What are some benefits of Optiguard AR Anti-Reflection Coating?
Vacuum AR treatment available in a marine grade
Optiguard WET Anti-Reflection Coating for plastics
What are some of the benefits of Optiguard WET Anti-Reflection Coatings for plastic?
Optiguard AROL Anti Reflection Coating for plastics & glass
What are some of the benefits of Optiguard AROL Anti Reflection Coatings for plastic & glass?
How is AR film added to plastic sheet material?
Where is this AR coating approved for use?
How can Panel Graphic help with your AR coating for plastic needs?
What is anti reflective plastic?
Anti reflective plastic or Anti-Reflection (AR) coating is a type of optical coating which is applied to the surface of plastics to reduce reflection.
For example, see the image below:
We honestly believe the best way to help people understand; is simply to show them.
To demonstrate, take a look at our quick 3 minute video (Below) about our anti-reflection coating for plastics.
Our Managing Director, Steve, put together this short film to show just how amazing these coatings can be in offering no reflection treatments to acrylic and polycarbonate materials.
Our anti reflective plastic range includes 3 different types:
We discuss these in more detail below:
Optiguard AR Vacuum anti reflective plastic
Optiguard AR Anti-Reflection Coating can offer a solution for a wide variety of applications.
For example, varying locations and lighting conditions often pose problems with viewing consistency on many types of displays and other surfaces.
So, let’s take a look at some benefits:
What are some benefits of Optiguard AR anti reflection coating?
- Reduces specular reflection where they make viewing difficult
- Easy-to-clean hydrophobic surface that repels dirt
- Reduces front surface glare on your hand held device
- Minimizes reflections on ATM screens, monitors or instrument panels in automotive application
Optiguard AR Coatings are specially engineered to reduce reflection and increase transmission.
Vacuum AR treatment available in a marine grade
This gives the material excellent salt water resistance and high performance.
To enable full readability, the anti-reflection coating on the material is applied to both sides.
Even in the brightest direct sunlight.
Zipwake is a new Swedish marine brand fully committed to the enhancement of ride comfort and dynamics of performance boats.
They approached Panel Graphic requesting an optical protection display window that would enable full sunlight readability on their smart ride controller.
Optiguard WET anti reflective plastic
Optiguard WET Anti Reflection coating for plastics demonstrates great AR & light transmission properties. We consider this to be a cost effective alternative to the exclusive vacuum deposited AR mentioned above.
So, let’s take a look at some benefits:
What are some of the benefits of Optiguard WET anti-reflection coatings for plastic?
- It demonstrates great chemical resistance
- Has an Easy-to-clean surface
- Great light transmission
Optiguard AROL anti reflective plastic & glass
The Optiguard AROL treatment, is a high performance AR coating developed by Panel Graphic and completely exclusive to us.
So, let’s take a look at some benefits:
What are some of the benefits of Optiguard AROL anti reflection coatings for plastic & glass?
- Dramatically reduces scratching
- Has superior reflection control!
- Coating has exceptional chemical resistance
- Approved for internal and external usage
How is AR film added to plastic sheet material?
Where is this AR coating approved for use?
This AR coating has approval for use in:
- Airports
- Public transport stations
- Many military applications
- Amongst other areas
In addition, this treatment has great saltwater resistance.
Current applications include use in naval aircraft carriers, for stopping unwanted internal reflections when helping guide approaching pilots to the vessel.
Read our case study from Aeronautical to find out how this AR coating has worked.
How can Panel Graphic help with your anti reflective plastic needs?
We strongly believe there’s strength in knowledge.
With over 100 years expertise in dealing with AR coatings for plastic and glass, we are more than experienced to deal with any anti reflective plastic needs you may have.
