The Hydrophilic Anti-Fog Film is a coating synthesized using hydrophilic resin, applied to plastic substrates to create an anti-fog effect. This product is suitable for a variety of
plastic substrates, such as PET(Polyethylene Terephthalate), PC(Polycarbonate), and PMMA(Polymethyl Methacrylate), etc. In our products, we use PET(Polyethylene Terephthalate)
as the substrate. The coating is applied through a processing method and cured using ultraviolet light exposure, forming a stable and durable anti-fog layer.
⏹︎ Technical Features
The core of the Hydrophilic Anti-Fog Film lies in its hydrophilic coating, which has excellent hydrophilicity that reduces the accumulation of water droplets on the surface.This causes moisture to spread evenly across the surface, forming a thin and uniform water layer. This prevents water droplets from creating a foggy effect, therefore avoiding light scattering or refraction and ensuring a clear and unobstructed view.Following are the key features of our anti-fog film.
▲ Fig. 1 The water droplet contact angle on the ITRI Hydrophilic Anti-Fog Film is about 6° .
🔹Excellent Hydrophilicity: Water droplets form a uniform water layer on the surface, preventing accumulation and avoiding light scattering.
🔹High Transparency: Maintains the clarity and transparency of the material without affecting visual performance.
🔹Durability and Stability: Provides long-lasting anti-fog effects under various environmental conditions without aging or losing efficacy.
🔹Surface Hardness: Certain level of scratch and abrasion resistance, ensuring long-term effectiveness even after prolonged use.
⏹︎ Specifications
The hydrophilic resin based coating developed by ITRI can be applied to various substrates, including PET(polyethylene terephthalate), PC(polycarbonate),and PMMA(polymethyl methacrylate). This coating forms an anti-fog layer provide excellent antifog performance. It is particularly suitable for environments prone to fogging, such as freezers and helmets and variety of other application.
Additionally, the anti-fog film exhibits superior hydrophilic properties,maintaining clear visibility without allowing water droplets to obstruct vision, making it ideal for driving conditions.This hydrophilic anti-fog film is easy to use and comes with adhesive backing, enabling rapid integration into industrial applications.
▲ Fig. 2 The structure and thickness of ITRI Hydrophilic Anti-Fog Film.
▲ Fig. 3 ITRI PET Anti-Fog Film test results.
⏹︎ Product and Services
🔹 Patent Pending (Region:Taiwan, USA, China)
🔹 Pilot Production of Hydrophilic Anti-Fog Film
🔹 Field Test and Performance Verification
🔹 One-stop Customizable Service and Technical Support
▲ Fig.4 After keeping in a -20°C freezer, the anti-fog film continues to perform well, maintaining perfect clarity.
▲ Fig.5 ITRI Anti-Fog Film Products.
⏹︎ Achievements and Applications
🔹Automotive Industry: Windshields, rearview mirrors, windows, etc., to improve driving visibility.
🔹Construction Field: Building windows, glass curtain walls, and bathroom mirrors to prevent fogging due to temperature differences.
🔹Electronic Devices: Such as electronic displays, smart device screens, etc., to ensure clarity and visual performance.
🔹Home and Consumer Products: Bathroom mirrors, glass doors of refrigerators and freezers, display cabinets, and aquariums, to prevent fogging in everyday use.
🔹Biomedical: The hydrophilic membrane of the glucose test strips.
⏹︎ Contact Us
Industrial Technology Research Institute
Material and Chemical Research Laboratories (MCL)
Dept. of Resin and Coating Materials (R500)
Ms. Kai-Shiuan Hsing
Tel: +886-03-5732571
Email: kaishiuanhsing@itri.org.tw
Dr. Shu-Ling Yeh
Tel: +886-03-5732481
Email: ShuLingYeh@itri.org.tw
Ms. C. I. Kang
Tel: +886-03-5916928
Email: kang@itri.org.tw