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How to Choose Window Film

When you
install functional window film…

  1. 1
    Block the summer sun for a more comfortable ride!
    Reduces sunlight from outside!


    Reduces it by approximately 30%*1
    Reduces perceived temperature by 3–5°C
    By applying heat-shielding window film to your windows, the film absorbs or reflects sunlight, reducing the amount of solar radiation that passes through the windows and enters the room. This helps prevent indoor temperatures from rising and improves the efficiency of your air conditioning system.
    *1: Solar reflectance when SC-850 is applied to 3mm float glass
  2. 2
    Shatter-Resistant Effect
    In the event of a disaster, broken glass poses risks such as injuries from shards and blocked exits. Applying Safety Control prevents glass from shattering, making it an effective disaster prevention measure.
  3. 3
    99% UV Blocking
    All Safety Control products block 99% of UV rays! They prevent sun damage and fading of indoor walls and floors, reduce skin damage, and are effective at maintaining a comfortable indoor environment.

Recommended Films
for
6 Different Purposes

"Functional window films" can be confusing due to their many features
and color options. For those feeling overwhelmed, we’ve compiled a list of recommended films for 6 specific
purposes. You’re sure to find the perfect film for you!
  1. Case
    1
    I just want to reduce the heat!
    For those who prioritize blocking solar heat above all else, we recommend the
    half-mirror type!
    Recommended!
    Reduces solar heat entering through windows by approximately 70%!*2
  2. Case
    2
    Want to block heat while maintaining brightness?
    For those who want to maintain brightness while reducing sunlight, we
    recommend the balanced light-reflecting type!
    Recommended!
    Balanced type with 65–72% light transmittance
  3. Case
    3
    Want to reduce glare?
    If you want to reduce glare from sunlight while also blocking solar radiation
    , we recommend
    the half-mirror
    color/smoke type!
    Half-Mirror
    Opaque, gray, brown, and other tinted colors
  4. Case
    4
    Don’t want to compromise the glass’s transparency!
    For those who want to
    maintain a clear view, we recommend our high-transparency films!
    Recommended!
    83–86% light transmittance for a clear view
  5. Case
    5
    Looking for winter insulation too?
    For those looking for a
    film that’s effective against both summer heat and winter cold, we recommend the SC-850, which offers both
    heat-blocking and insulation properties.
    Recommended!
    For those who want to stay comfortable in both summer and winter!
  6. Case
    6
    Want to apply it to an outdoor glass surface?
    If you want to apply the film from the outside, you can choose
    from two types
    of products designed for exterior use.
    SC-755

    Half-Mirror
    SC-890

    Light Mirror
Cool in summer, warm in winter.
Stay comfortable year-round with heat-shielding and insulation effects.
"SC-850 (Thermo ZC)" combines "heat-shielding effects" that suppress external solar radiation with "thermal insulation effects" that prevent indoor heat from escaping. It improves air conditioning efficiency even during the summer heat and winter cold, allowing you to stay comfortable all year round.
*2: Calculated based on the shading coefficient measured when SC-755 is applied to 3mm float glass.

Product Lineup

Model Number Product Name Color
The higher the value, the higher
the transparency

Visible Light
Transmittance

Reduces solar radiation and improves air
conditioning efficiency

Heat-shielding Effect

[Shading Coefficient]

Prevents indoor heat from escaping,
improving heating efficiency

Thermal insulation effect

[Thermal transmittance]

Exterior Installation
Scratch-resistant and easy
to maintain

Hard
Coat

Shatter-resistant Size
(Reference Price)
Half-Mirror SC-710H CS Mirror Half Mirror 19% ★★★[0.29] ー[5.8] — ◯ ◎ 970mm ×
20m (3,980 yen/m)
SC-755 CS Mirror B Half Mirror 18% ★★★[0.29] ー[5.7] ◎ — ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (11,400 yen/m)
Light Mirror SC-935H Light Mirror 38% ★★★[0.36] ー[5.5] — ◯ ◎ 1524 mm ×
30 m (16,800 yen/m)
SC-955H Light Mirror 54% ★★[0.5] ー[5.8] — ◯ ◎ 1524 mm ×
30 m (16,800 yen/m)
SC-890 Thermo ZS Light Mirror 68% ★★[0.57] ー[5.6] ◎ — ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (19,500 yen/m)
SC-860H Thermo ZH Light Mirror 65% ★★[0.59] ー[5.6] — ◯ ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (13,300 yen/m)
SC-975H Light Mirror 72% ★★[0.68] ー[5.8] — ◯ ◎ 1524 mm ×
30 m (16,800 yen/m)
Colored
Smoke
SC-785 Milky White 57% ★★[0.72] ー[6.0] — — ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (5,200 yen/m)
SC-720H M Film 12% ★[0.75] ー[6.0] – ◯ ◯ 970 mm ×
20 m (3,980 yen/m)
SC-150H Smoke 20% ★[0.75] ー[6.0] — ◯ ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (5,100 yen/m)
SC-130H Dark Brown 24% ★[0.76] ー[6.0] – ◯ ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (5,100 yen/m)
SC-140H Gray 43% ★[0.82] ー[6.0] – ◯ ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (5,100 yen/m)
SC-120H Light Brown 51% ★[0.86] ー[6.0] – ◯ ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (5,100 yen/m)
SC-160H Light Blue 64% ★[0.89] ー[6.0] ー ◯ ◎ 970mm×20m
(5,100 yen/m)
High Transparency SC-800H Colorless and transparent 83% ★[0.82] ー[6.0] – ◯ ◎ 1220 mm × 30 m
(Open price)
SC-810H Thermo Colorless and transparent 86% ★[0.85] –[5.8] – ◯ ◎ 1250 mm ×
20 m (11,400 yen/m)
Heat-shielding + Insulation SC-850 Thermo ZC Light Mirror 65% ★★[0.57] ★★★[4.1] — — ◎ 1250mm ×
20m (13,300 yen/m)
  • Exterior application… ◎ = Approximately 3–5 years
  • Shatter resistance… ◯ = Reduces glass shattering ◎ = Meets the shatter resistance requirements of JIS A5759
  • Measurements were taken with film applied to transparent float glass (3 mm thick). *Measurement methods are based on JIS A5759.
  • Thermal transmittance… An indicator of how easily heat escapes due to the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors. It represents the amount of heat that escapes per square meter per hour when there is a 1°C temperature difference. The lower the value, the higher the insulation effect, and the more effective it is at preventing heating energy from escaping.
  • Solar Shading Coefficient: An indicator of the effectiveness in blocking sunlight. It is a relative value of the solar heat gain coefficient, with that of 3 mm thick clear float glass set as 1. The lower the value, the higher the heat-blocking effect, which helps reduce the cooling load.
  • The figures above are measured values and are not guaranteed values. Additionally, product specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement purposes.
  • The Thermo Z Series uses Refter®. *Refter® is a registered trademark of Teijin Frontier Co., Ltd.

Key Points for Choosing a
Heat-Blocking Film!
\ Which one are you!? /
"Prioritize heat-shielding effect" or "Prioritize transparency"
Heat-blocking effect refers to the function that reduces the rise in indoor temperature caused by sunlight, especially during the summer. By blocking heat rays, it improves air conditioning efficiency. Since these films use color or metal coatings to reduce solar radiation, highly effective films generally have lower light transmittance. Depending on where you plan to install the film, decide whether to "prioritize heat-blocking effect" or "prioritize transparency."
Additionally, by considering other features—such as whether the film has a hard coat or if it can be applied to exterior surfaces—you can select the optimal film for your needs.

Featured Product Lines

SAFETY CONTROL Films

SAFETY CONTROL Films

Functional Window Films

A series of window films with functional properties such as reduction of solar radiation.

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