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Any custom shape or dimension is possible in many thicknesses, Optiguard™ coatings can be applied to one side or both.

It is also possible to apply our High transparency coatings direct to supplied moulded components.

For further information and custom pricing please contact us.    

 Plastics used in conjunction with LiDAR Technology         

To prevent obstruction of laser light waves, LiDAR systems may be embedded in automotive grilles, bumper fascia’s or headlights, exposing them to harsh weather conditions, road chemicals and debris that can all affect their optical transparency and durability.

A suitable solution would be to protect the sensitive cameras with high transparency plastics that have good chemical resistance and long term performance. By using Polycarbonate you have a strong material substrate that enables high impact resistance, and creative manufacturing (shaping/moulding) capabilities. This material used in conjunction with surface treatments like Optiguard™ Clear hard coating create a final product that will protect the laser scanners and also offer enhanced transmission levels and extremely durable long term optical performance.

Optical transmission can be improved by the surface application of Optiguard™ hard coatings this improvement that is also visible to the human eye and enables materials such as polycarbonate to be considered in high specification applications requiring high transmission requirements. Other benefits include superior surface hardness, that ensures the optical improvements are maintained over long periods of product use.

Optiguard™ Surface coatings also offer several other enhancements for LiDAR applications.

Effect:                                                                                    Direct benefit:              

Reduction in Surface Energy                                                 Enables water shedding characteristics.

Hydrophobic surface                                                              Easy clean finish.

Improvement of surface roughness                                       Reduces and prevents unwanted light refraction.

Superior Surface Harness (6-8H)                                          Preventing damage to surface, thus maintaining optical performance.

High Chemical resistance                                                      Long term performance in demanding environments.

Polycarbonate plastic has many benefits over Acrylic (PMMA) including:

• Significantly stronger with 250x the impact resistance of glass and 30x the strength of acrylic.
• Working temperature of 240 degrees, giving it a low level of flammability.
• Resists Chipping & Cracking.
• Corrosion Resistant when used in Chemical applications.
• Will not crack when drilled or machined.
• Can be formed without the need of introducing heat.

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