Lexan GLX resin’s role in the Exatec glazing solution

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(2009), "Lexan GLX resin’s role in the Exatec glazing solution", Pigment & Resin Technology, Vol. 38 No. 5. https://doi.org/10.1108/prt.2009.12938ead.013

Lexan GLX resin’s role in the Exatec glazing solution

Article Type: New products From: Pigment & Resin Technology, Volume 38, Issue 5

Exatec E900 glazing benefits from Lexan GLX resin’s crystal clarity, virtually unbreakable impact strength and reduction of mass and weight. Injection molding enables complex shapes and integration of functionality such as the high-mounted brake light on the ix-onic. Tough Lexan GLX resin also enhances occupant safety and security by protecting against breakage. Also available in the new solar control infrared (IR) version, transparent Lexan GLX resin can prevent heat build-up through IR absorption, keeping the interior climate comfortable for the passengers of the car while maintaining fuel economy.

To increase abrasion resistance and weatherability of the polycarbonate, Exatec plasma coating is applied to the part. The Exatec E900 coating system provides an extremely high level of scratch resistance, allowing a polycarbonate window to pass the driver visibility requirements that are necessary for a global vehicle as well as enabling the use of a wiper on a polycarbonate backlight. Additionally, Exatec has developed a window defroster technology that could be applied to a polycarbonate backlight.

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