Everything about PDLC
From physics to quotation: 18 articles about polymer dispersed liquid crystal, the technology behind switchable glass and smart film.
📘 The basics
What is PDLC?
The basics: what PDLC is and the names it goes by.
How does PDLC work?
Liquid crystals, refractive index and AC voltage, with illustrations.
Structure of PDLC film
PET, ITO, the PDLC layer and busbars: the layers of the film.
Types of PDLC: standard, reverse, PNLC and more
Standard, reverse, coloured, dimmable, PNLC and low-voltage.
History of PDLC
From Fergason and Doane in the 1980s to today.
PDLC glossary
Busbar, haze, ITO, PNLC and other terms.
🧭 Choosing & buying
PDLC film or PDLC glass?
Self-adhesive film or laminated glass: a comparison.
Buyer's guide and checklist for your PDLC quote
Five key questions and a checklist for your quote.
PDLC film specifications
Voltage, power, switching time, haze, UV and lifespan.
PDLC vs. SPD, electrochromic and other smart glass
PDLC next to SPD, electrochromic and other technologies.
Applications of PDLC
Offices, bathrooms, healthcare, projection, homes and vehicles.
How much does PDLC glass and film cost?
Price ranges per m², drivers and electricity costs.
🧰 Installation & use
Wiring and controlling PDLC
Driver, switch, app and home automation.
Installing PDLC film
From measuring to testing: how film is applied.
Maintenance and lifespan of PDLC
Cleaning, recognising ageing and lifespan.
Safety and standards for PDLC glass
Laminated safety glass, standards and electrics.
Energy and sustainability of PDLC
Power use, UV and what PDLC does not do.
Frequently asked questions about PDLC
Ten frequently asked questions answered briefly.