The sun’s harsh ultraviolet (UV) rays don’t just damage our skin – they also take a major toll on our car interiors over time. All that UV radiation from the sun can cause cracking, fading, and faster deterioration in a car’s dashboard, seats, carpets – you name it. Well, there’s good news! Installing specially treated UV-cut glass in your car’s windows blocks over 82% of those brutal UV rays. In this post, we’ll focus on dark green UV-cut glass – an excellent, green-tinted glass perfect for filtering UV rays while keeping visibility.
An Overview of UV Cut Glass
UV-cut glass is designed to filter out over 82% of UV rays while still transmitting light. This specialised automotive glass achieves this with a solid green tint, additional transparent UV reflecting, and absorbing coatings on the glass surface. The green colour counters the yellow hue of standard automotive glass to provide a neutral light transmission.
There are different shades and depths of tinted UV-cut glass available. Dark green UV cut glass has a rich emerald, green colour, reducing the light transmission compared to lighter green variants. However, the darker tint provides superior UV-blocking capabilities.
Features of Dark Green UV Cut Glass
Dark green UV-cut glass filters out incoming sunlight, including over 82% of harmful ultraviolet radiation. The deep green tint noticeably reduces glare, heat, and brightness from the sun. At the same time, sufficient visible light transmission is maintained to comply with the 50% VLT regulation for car side windows in India.
The darkened green tint is achieved by adding trace amounts of special iron oxides to the glass batch before melting. Additionally, a coating of titanium dioxide is applied evenly across the surface of the glass as an extra UV filter.
The glass thickness for dark green UV cut glass is the same as standard automotive glass, at 3-4mm. However, the strengthened glass formulation and chemical tempering process boost the glass’s mechanical, impact, and thermal durability.
Key Benefits of Dark Green UV Cut Glass
1. Protection Against UV Radiation
Dark green UV-cut glass filters incoming UV rays, protecting car interior materials from sun damage and degradation. The dashboard, upholstery, carpets, and trim look new for longer without cracking or discolouration from UV exposure.
2. Enhanced Comfort and Reduced Cabin Temperature
The rich emerald tint of dark green UV-cut glass significantly reduces heat, glare, and brightness from sunlight. This keeps the car’s interior cooler and more comfortable on sunny days. Reduced glare also improves visibility and makes driving more comfortable.
3. Improved Vehicle Efficiency and Reduced Environmental Impact
Dark green UV-cut glass improves fuel efficiency and reduces greenhouse gas emissions from air conditioning by lowering the vehicle’s cooling requirements and keeping interiors cooler. The long-lasting glass also delays the need for replacement parts due to degradation.
4. Longevity and Protection for Car Interiors
With UV blocking and light transmission reduction, dark green UV cut glass provides the highest UV and heat protection in Indian regulations. This enhanced protection better preserves car interiors for improved longevity and sustained appearance over more extended periods.
Conclusion
Dark green UV-cut glass provides exceptional blocking of harmful UV rays while managing light transmission to meet Indian regulations. With its deep emerald tint that noticeably cuts down heat and glare, this specialised glass protects car interiors, enhances comfort, improves efficiency, and reduces environmental impact. Dark green UV-cut glass is an effective and durable solution for vehicle owners looking to protect investments in their car’s interior and upholstery.
If you’re interested in outfitting your car with dark green UV-cut glass to shield your interior or want to learn more, contact the helpful experts at AIS Glass. With years of expertise, we can guide you on the best glass solutions to protect your investment while staying compliant.