PDLC formulation DAKENCHEM
PDLC stands for Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal, a special type of liquid crystal material, which is a composite material made by mixing liquid crystal molecules and polymer particles.
PDLC is characterised by its ability to change the transmittance of light under the action of an electric field. In the absence of an electric field, the liquid crystal molecules are randomly arranged so that light cannot pass through and is displayed in a blurred state. When an electric field is applied to the PDLC, the liquid crystal molecules are rearranged and bonded to the polymer particles by the electric field, forming an ordered structure that allows light to pass through, displaying a transparent state. By controlling the application and removal of the electric field, it is possible to switch between transparent and non-transparent PDLCs, thus controlling the degree of light passing through.
Due to its fast response, low power consumption, high transparency, and strong controllability, PDLC is widely used in the manufacturing of smart glass products, such as adjustable curtains, privacy glass, and smart windows. PDLC technology finds significant applications in industries such as automotive, architecture, and aerospace, providing users with enhanced privacy protection, comfort, and visual experience.
PDLC formulation Applications
Aerospace applications
PDLC technology is widely used in aircraft flight cabin glass and portholes, allowing for privacy protection for pilots and passengers as well as light control. It allows the transparency of the window to be adjusted as required to improve comfort and visibility and to effectively reduce the ingress of sunlight and UV rays.
Automotive application
In the automotive industry, PDLC is used in the manufacture of smart windows and roof glass. It adjusts the transparency of the windows to the needs of the driver and passengers, providing privacy and sunlight control, while improving comfort and energy efficiency inside the vehicle.
Architecture and Glass Facades application
PDLC technology is widely used in the architectural and glass façade sector. It can be used to create smart windows, privacy glass and light conditioning systems that allow buildings to adjust light transmission according to environmental needs and user preferences, providing a comfortable indoor environment and saving energy consumption.
Medical Devices applications
PDLC is used in medical equipment applications, such as glass isolation windows and privacy screens in operating theatres. It enables fast switching transparency to allow medical staff to observe what is happening in the operating theatre and to ensure patient privacy.
VR application
PDLC can be used to create dimmable, transparent displays or glasses. By controlling the electric field action of the PDLC material, the transparency of the display or glasses can be adjusted to provide a clear display when required and to protect the user's privacy when not required.
space exploration application
PDLC technology can be used to create space capsule windows and observation ports with the ability to adjust transparency. It allows the transparency of the windows to be adjusted according to light intensity and mission requirements, thereby controlling the ingress of external light and protecting the visual health of the astronauts.
Why Dakenchem
leading expert in the small molecule liquid crystals
Daken has decades of experience. Since 2019, we have entered the smart glass industry as a trusted supplier of PDLC (Polymer Dispersion Liquid Crystal) formulations to major global smart glass film manufacturers. Our certified formulations, especially in transportation applications such as automotive, aerospace and high-speed rail, have received high accolades from our customers.
Daken at the forefront of PDLC innovation
As an innovative company, we are actively developing PDLC formulations to advance artificial intelligence, particularly in the VR industry. Our focus is on combining PDLC technology with artificial intelligence to meet the demand for high quality, high transparency and fast response smart glass products.
focus on creating significant business value for clients
DaKen is committed to providing advanced and reliable PDLC formulations to manufacture superior smart glass products. We work closely with our customers to provide customised solutions to meet their specific needs and market trends. Through continuous research and innovation, we aim to drive the smart glass industry forward and create significant business value for our customers.
Experienced team exceeds customer expectations
With a strong focus on quality, reliability and customer satisfaction, DaKen has an experienced team with extensive knowledge and expertise in small molecule liquid crystal and PDLC technologies. We adhere to a strict quality management system and utilise state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities to ensure that our products meet industry standards and exceed customer expectations.
Dakenchem pdlc formulationS
PDLC materials are customised products and can be adapted to meet customer requirements, including but not limited to customer process conditions and environmental requirements (e.g. temperature range) for the use of customer products.
| FlexDasin HND-2107 (Automobile Sunroof Use) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Storage condition | room temperature，dark | |
| Description | liquid | |
| viscosity | 100-180mPa*s | |
| UV Curing condition | 26-29℃，1200mj@365nm | |
| PDLC Film parameter | ||
| Storage Temp. | -40~100℃ | |
| Response time@-20℃ | ≤10S | |
| Working Temp. | -20~80℃ | |
| Haze(0V) | ≥97.5% | |
| Haze(50V) | ≤3% | |
| Tr∥(0V) | ≤5 | |
| Tr∥(50V) | ≥86% | |
| The data is the test result using 20um glass cell | ||
| FlexDasin HND-2208(Automobile Sunroof Use ) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Storage condition | room temperature，dark | |
| Description | liquid | |
| viscosity | 100-180mPa*s | |
| UV Curing condition | 26-29℃，1200mj@365nm | |
| PDLC Film parameter | ||
| Storage Temp. | -40~100℃ | |
| Response time@-20℃ | ≤10S | |
| Working Temp. | -30~90℃ | |
| Haze(0V) | ≥97.5% | |
| Haze(50V) | ≤3% | |
| Tr∥(0V) | ≤5 | |
| Tr∥(50V) | ≥86% | |
| The data is the test result using 20um glass cell | ||
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Q: What Factors Are Important For The Future of PDLC?
A: The PDLC future development has great relations with below features:
Responsiveness: PDLC needs to respond quickly when switching between transparent and non-transparent states to provide immediate results.
Long-term stability: PDLC materials need to remain stable over long periods of use and multiple switching of transparency. The structure and properties of the material should remain stable under the action of an electric field to ensure reliability and longevity.
Transparency range and homogeneity: PDLC should have a wide range of adjustable transparency and should have homogeneous transparency in different areas.
Reliability and durability: PDLC material needs to be sufficiently reliable and durable for use in different environmental conditions. It should be able to withstand external factors such as temperature changes, humidity, vibration and mechanical stress without compromising its performance.
Manufacturing costs and scale up: Reduce the cost of PDLC manufacturing and enable efficient mass production.