SSG® PrivaGlas
Switchable Glass
SSG® PrivaGlas panels are a revolutionary breakthrough in display technology, which can transform glass from a cloudy white translucent barrier to an optically clear state with the flick of a switch. This smart glass features two panes of glass laminated with Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal (PDLC). SSG® PrivaGlas has the ability to change between opaque and transparent states instantaneously, providing privacy. This privacy glass also offers dynamic partitioning of interior building spaces, exterior façades, and can even double up as a projection screen used in convention centres and exhibition halls.
From custom residential to the most high-tech commercial applications, SSG® PrivaGlas allows architects and contractors to provide cost-effective creative design concepts with engineering flexibility.
The Technology
PDLC is a medium whose light scattering power is adjustable through applying an electric field. In their natural (uncharged) state, the PDLC droplets align randomly. Light cannot pass through and thus scatters, resulting in a translucent state. When an electric field is applied across the material, the PDLC droplets reorient so that they form a straight line and incident light can pass through, resulting in a transparent state.
Note: We recommend framing each panel with 15mm coverage along the two long sides and minimum 10mm coverage along the two shorter sides from the edge of the glass.
To prolong life of the switchable cells, it is also recommended to switch SSG PrivaGlas to the ‘off’ state for 4 hours in a 24 hour period.
Performance Information
Performance information of SSG® PrivaGlas
| Testing Parameters | ON | OFF | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optical | VLT (parallel light) | approx. 75% | <1% |
| Haze | <7% | >90% | |
| Viewing Angle | approx. 150˚ | NA | |
| UV Blocking | >99% | >99% | |
| Infrared Blocking | >30% | >90% | |
| SHGC | 0.78 | 0.06 | |
| Environmental | Operating Temperature | -10˚C to 60˚C | |
| Storage Temperature | -20˚C to 70˚C | ||
| Electrical | Power Supply | 65 VAC and CE, UL certificate | NA |
| Power Consumption | approx. 5 W/m² | ||
| Response Time | ON -> OFF = 100 ms | ||
| OFF -> ON = 10 ms |
SSG® PrivaGlas can be used with on/off control switch, remote control, timers, sensors and relay control switch.
Acoustic Barrier
SSG® PrivaGlas is an effective sound control product. Sound attenuation is excellent and significantly surpasses that of monolithic glass.
Flexible Application
Both front and rear sides can be used as a high-resolution projection screen. Depending on the installation location, the projection is reflected both in the front or rear of the screen. Specifically, the best effect will be obtained in the rear mode.
High VLT
This smart glass offers superior light transmittance for high visibility with very low haze in an off-axis viewing angle.
Privacy
A simple switch from transparent to opaque states for privacy and security allows the user an instant change and control over light, glare and solar heat gain.
Ultraviolet Screening
SSG® PrivaGlas provides generous daylighting all while offering protection from UV radiation.
- Bank teller windows and automated teller security windows
- Bullet-proof security glass
- Command centres
- Electro-optical devices
- Hospitals
- Jewellery counters and showcases
- Outdoor advertising
- Partition and wall panels
- Presentation walls
- Privacy windows for conference rooms, executive offices, tradeshows and exhibitions
- Skylight and sunroofs
- Special effects for the entertainment industry
- Ultra-modern residential and commercial blind applications
- Window glass
- Bathroom partitions
Production Sizes
| Minimum Size (W/mm x H/mm) | 300 x 300 |
| Maximum Size (W/mm x H/mm) | 1,820 x 3,500 |
Colours
Clear, bronze, blue, grey, green tinted.
Click here for performance chart : SSG Laminated – Glass Performance Data
