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Privacy smartglass is widely used in IC and ER departments of hospitals, hotels, offices, and also houses and villas.

It creates non-transparency in 1 second with the switchable interlayer (privacy film).

Total privacy or full transparency without moving blinds with one push

The original on/off switchable privacy smartglass is a laminated glass panel with a polymer dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) interlayer. It offers instant privacy at the flick of a switch by changing its state from transparent to opaque and vice versa through a small electrical current.

Configurations

  • Glass type: toughened, low iron as standard.

  • Combinations: fire rated, curved, bulletproof, x-ray glass, solar control, double / triple IGU.

  • Glass color: extra clear, bronze, green, blue, grey, black (other on request).

  • Thickness: standard 9.5 mm, 11.5 mm, 13.5 mm (other on request).

  • Sizes: max. 2,000 × 4,200 mm / min. 200 × 200 mm.

Smartglass with projection

What is unique about privacy smartglass from Thomsa Glass

  • No restrictions. Combinations with fire-resistant glass, x-ray glass and triple IGU, with the necessary test reports.

  • Dimensions up to 2,000 × 4,200 mm.

  • Special shapes, such as triangles or an arch.

  • Great product brightness, < 3% haze.

  • Minimum warranty of 5 years, and 10 years in insulated glass.

Privacy smartglass is also ideal for projection and touchscreen.

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FAQ

How fast does switchable privacy glass change? +
Typically around one second from clear to opaque, depending on build and temperature.
Does it need blinds or curtains? +
No — privacy is in the glass, between the glass panes. By not using blinds, it's better for hygiene and a cleaner look.
Where is PDLC privacy glass typically specified? +
Hospitals, hotels, offices, yachts and premium homes — anywhere instant privacy matters and is required.
Can it be curved or fire-rated? +
Combinations with other functions are possible; share your request like fire rating classification, or X-ray glass or Radius so we can confirm feasibility.
What power does it need? +
A small electrical current drives the PDLC interlayer. Depending on request we can organize the nr. of controllers, with a maximum of 6m2 per device.
Is it suitable for wet rooms? +
Hotel bathrooms and spa uses are common when the glass is framed and IP rating of controls are designed correctly.