How it works
KristalBond liquid coating insulates windows, keeping a home, office or shop cool in
summer warmer in winter.
KristalBond is a crystal clear liquid coating that chemically bonds to the inside surface of the glass without the use of adhesives. No matter how severe the weather is KristalBond will not peel, blister or bubble and is non-toxic after applied to the glass. Unlike film, KristalBond is also a self-leveling liquid which means the coating will be seamless so there is no limit to the size of the glass it can be applied to.
It provides 99% UV protection – cutting ultraviolet and infrared rays. A protective coating invented in Japan, KristalBond cuts out 99% of the UV rays and reduces heat by screening off 90% of infrared rays from the sun. And the beauty is, it does this with little hindrance to the passage of visible light coming through your windows.
KristalBond is a crystal clear liquid coating that chemically bonds to the inside surface of the glass without the use of adhesives. No matter how severe the weather is KristalBond will not peel, blister or bubble and is non-toxic after applied to the glass. Unlike film, KristalBond is also a self-leveling liquid which means the coating will be seamless so there is no limit to the size of the glass it can be applied to.
It provides 99% UV protection – cutting ultraviolet and infrared rays. A protective coating invented in Japan, KristalBond cuts out 99% of the UV rays and reduces heat by screening off 90% of infrared rays from the sun. And the beauty is, it does this with little hindrance to the passage of visible light coming through your windows.
>>Click here to see how Kristalbond reduces heat & UV rays
What causes color to fade?
There is more than one factor that causes color to fade. Of all the factors including heat, light and external conditions, UV light is by far the most detrimental
What causes color to fade?
There is more than one factor that causes color to fade. Of all the factors including heat, light and external conditions, UV light is by far the most detrimental
How solar energy works with glass
Solar Spectrum
The sun radiates solar energy by electromagnetic waves over a range of wavelengths known as the Solar Spectrum (280 – 2,500 nanometers; 1 nanometer= 1/1,000,000,000 of 1 meter).
The solar spectrum is commonly divided into three bands:
Ultra-violet (UV) 280nm – 380nm
Visible light 380nm – 780nm
Infra-red 780nm – 2,500nm
*Above definitions are based on ISO9050. Other standards may have slight variations on the definitions.
The energy distribution within the solar spectrum is approximately:
2% UV
47% Visible light
51% Infra-red
It is important to understand that the shorter the wavelength (i.e. the lower the nanometers), the higher is the energy associated with the radiation. This is highlighted by the fact that it is the shorter wavelength, high energy UV light which causes humans to sunburn, fabrics to fade and plastics to deteriorate. While the longer wavelength, low energy radiation produced by the visible light and infra red bands are less damaging.
Solar Spectrum
The sun radiates solar energy by electromagnetic waves over a range of wavelengths known as the Solar Spectrum (280 – 2,500 nanometers; 1 nanometer= 1/1,000,000,000 of 1 meter).
The solar spectrum is commonly divided into three bands:
Ultra-violet (UV) 280nm – 380nm
Visible light 380nm – 780nm
Infra-red 780nm – 2,500nm
*Above definitions are based on ISO9050. Other standards may have slight variations on the definitions.
The energy distribution within the solar spectrum is approximately:
2% UV
47% Visible light
51% Infra-red
It is important to understand that the shorter the wavelength (i.e. the lower the nanometers), the higher is the energy associated with the radiation. This is highlighted by the fact that it is the shorter wavelength, high energy UV light which causes humans to sunburn, fabrics to fade and plastics to deteriorate. While the longer wavelength, low energy radiation produced by the visible light and infra red bands are less damaging.
RAT Equation
When the combined UV, visible light and infrared (solar energy) strikes glass it is reflected (R), absorbed (A) and transmitted (T) in different proportions, depending on the type of glass involved. This gives us the RAT Equation accounting for 100% of solar energy. For example, 1/8" clear float glass Reflects 8% of solar energy, Absorbs 9% and Transmits (directly) 83%.
When the combined UV, visible light and infrared (solar energy) strikes glass it is reflected (R), absorbed (A) and transmitted (T) in different proportions, depending on the type of glass involved. This gives us the RAT Equation accounting for 100% of solar energy. For example, 1/8" clear float glass Reflects 8% of solar energy, Absorbs 9% and Transmits (directly) 83%.
Visible Light Transmittance
The percentage of the light in the visible spectrum transmitted through the glass. The spectrum for visible light is from 380 nm to 780 nm.
Visible Light Reflectance
The percentage of light in the visible spectrum that reflected by a glass to the outside of a building.
Solar Radiation Transmittance
The percentage of solar energy in the solar spectrum directly transmitted through the glass. The spectrum of solar radiation is from 280 nm to 2500 nm.
Solar Radiation Reflectance
The percentage of solar radiation that directly reflected by a glass to the outside of a building.
UV Light Transmittance
The percentage of UV light in the UV spectrum transmitted through the glass. The spectrum of UV light is from 280 nm to 380 nm.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) measures how well a product blocks heat caused by sunlight. The lower the solar heat gain, the more solar energy block. The SHGC is the fraction of incident solar radiation admitted through a window, directly transmitted and absorbed, then subsequently released inward. SHGC is expressed as a number between 0 and 1.
Shading Coefficient
The shading coefficient is the ratio of solar heat gain admitted through the glass as compared to the solar heat gain admitted through 1/8″ (3mm) clear glass.
1/8″ clear glass = 0.87 SHGC
1/8″ clear glass = 1.0 SC
Both the SC and the SHGC are values which represent the solar heat gain through the glazing from the total solar energy spectrum. They do not necessarily have a direct correlation to visible light transmittance.
U-value
The U-value is a measure of how well heat flows through an object (thermal conductivity),and is the rate of heat gain or loss through glazing due to environmental differences between outdoor and indoor air. It is also referred to as the heat transfer coefficient or the coefficient of heat transmission.
The lower the U-value, the better the insulation value of the material.
Haze level
It indicates how much light it transmits is diffused (hazed). Lower the figure, better the clarity is.
[Formula: diffused transmitted light/total transmitted light=haze]
Remark: Total transmitted light=diffused transmitted light + parallel transmitted light.
The percentage of the light in the visible spectrum transmitted through the glass. The spectrum for visible light is from 380 nm to 780 nm.
Visible Light Reflectance
The percentage of light in the visible spectrum that reflected by a glass to the outside of a building.
Solar Radiation Transmittance
The percentage of solar energy in the solar spectrum directly transmitted through the glass. The spectrum of solar radiation is from 280 nm to 2500 nm.
Solar Radiation Reflectance
The percentage of solar radiation that directly reflected by a glass to the outside of a building.
UV Light Transmittance
The percentage of UV light in the UV spectrum transmitted through the glass. The spectrum of UV light is from 280 nm to 380 nm.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) measures how well a product blocks heat caused by sunlight. The lower the solar heat gain, the more solar energy block. The SHGC is the fraction of incident solar radiation admitted through a window, directly transmitted and absorbed, then subsequently released inward. SHGC is expressed as a number between 0 and 1.
Shading Coefficient
The shading coefficient is the ratio of solar heat gain admitted through the glass as compared to the solar heat gain admitted through 1/8″ (3mm) clear glass.
1/8″ clear glass = 0.87 SHGC
1/8″ clear glass = 1.0 SC
Both the SC and the SHGC are values which represent the solar heat gain through the glazing from the total solar energy spectrum. They do not necessarily have a direct correlation to visible light transmittance.
U-value
The U-value is a measure of how well heat flows through an object (thermal conductivity),and is the rate of heat gain or loss through glazing due to environmental differences between outdoor and indoor air. It is also referred to as the heat transfer coefficient or the coefficient of heat transmission.
The lower the U-value, the better the insulation value of the material.
Haze level
It indicates how much light it transmits is diffused (hazed). Lower the figure, better the clarity is.
[Formula: diffused transmitted light/total transmitted light=haze]
Remark: Total transmitted light=diffused transmitted light + parallel transmitted light.
KristalBond Comparison Data
>> Click here to view the data sheet on KristalBond’s performance on glass surfaces, in comparison to other tinting & laminates.
>> Click here to view the data sheet on KristalBond’s performance on glass surfaces, in comparison to other tinting & laminates.
KristalBond’s revolutionary technology
Sol-Gel & Nano Technologies
KristalBond is an advanced coating the utilizes Sol-Gel and Nano technologies. It comes in liquid form, and within a few hours of application, KristalBond forms a seven micron thin solid layer on a glass surface.
Through the combination of these technologies, a KristalBond coating is able to self-level on its own at room temperature.
With agents like ultraviolet and infrared absorbers and color pigments, KristalBond is today’s solution for solar control.
Crystal structure for unchanged clarity
KristalBond retains the original specifications of your glass windows, keeping it as you intended it to be, clear without distortions or seams.
Available in a clear and colorless form, with KristalBond, you get a long-lasting coat that blocks out the sun, but not the light, giving you optimum clarity, day and night. You appreciate the view – now you can appreciate the window too.
Durable and safe
Glass-like hardness
KristalBond chemically bonds onto glass to form a durable glass-like layer. No matter how severe the weather is, KristalBond won’t peel. Unlike conventional solar control products, with proper care, KristalBond can stay on your glass for a long time.
Extended warranty
KristalBond comes with a 10 year warranty against peeling. You get lasting protection without the worries of re-installations or tedious maintenance.
Non-toxic material
KristalBond is non-toxic once it has been applied.
Maintenance of KristalBond
No special maintenance is required. Simply wash windows with soft cloth and a mild detergent.
Just ensure that no acidic or alkaline detergents are used.
Sol-Gel & Nano Technologies
KristalBond is an advanced coating the utilizes Sol-Gel and Nano technologies. It comes in liquid form, and within a few hours of application, KristalBond forms a seven micron thin solid layer on a glass surface.
Through the combination of these technologies, a KristalBond coating is able to self-level on its own at room temperature.
With agents like ultraviolet and infrared absorbers and color pigments, KristalBond is today’s solution for solar control.
Crystal structure for unchanged clarity
KristalBond retains the original specifications of your glass windows, keeping it as you intended it to be, clear without distortions or seams.
Available in a clear and colorless form, with KristalBond, you get a long-lasting coat that blocks out the sun, but not the light, giving you optimum clarity, day and night. You appreciate the view – now you can appreciate the window too.
Durable and safe
Glass-like hardness
KristalBond chemically bonds onto glass to form a durable glass-like layer. No matter how severe the weather is, KristalBond won’t peel. Unlike conventional solar control products, with proper care, KristalBond can stay on your glass for a long time.
Extended warranty
KristalBond comes with a 10 year warranty against peeling. You get lasting protection without the worries of re-installations or tedious maintenance.
Non-toxic material
KristalBond is non-toxic once it has been applied.
Maintenance of KristalBond
No special maintenance is required. Simply wash windows with soft cloth and a mild detergent.
Just ensure that no acidic or alkaline detergents are used.
