No, the correct term is translucent, since light still gets through, albeit scattered in many directions. The glass would be opaque only if the light was blocked or absorbed.
PDLC smart glass is composed of :
Outermost panels of normal float glass (or sometimes acrylic) sandwiched around:
Inner panels of optically clear PET plastic (polyethylene terephthalate), sandwiched around:
ITO (Indium Tin Oxide) which is a transparent conductor, sandwiched around:
a PDLC core comprised of liquid crystal droplets, suspended in a polymer.
With no applied voltage, the liquid crystals are randomly oriented and scatter the light which enters. When an electrical signal is applied, the liquid crystals orient themselves parallel to each other, allowing light through.
No, the internal PDLC layer is plastic and does not conduct electricity, since it is electrically insulated. Rather, it behaves more like a capacitor, where the applied signal alternates between positive and negative voltages at the plates of the capacitor, causing an alternating electric field throughout the PDLC dielectric, which is what aligns the liquid crystals with the frequency of the signal (normally 50 Hz or 60 Hz).
Yes, smart glass/film is a safety glass. Being laminated, it prevents scattering of glass fragments in case of breakage.
A liquid crystal is a hybrid between (i) a liquid which flows like a fluid and (ii) a crystal which is normally found as a solid, exhibiting short- or long-range symmetry.
Smart Sunroof Kit Installation Guide
1. Preparation
Move the front seats forward and fold down the rear seats to create sufficient workspace.
Clean both the interior and exterior surfaces of the sunroof thoroughly, then wipe dry.
2. Installation Steps
Step 1: Power Connection
Insert the kit’s power cable into the power outlet located in the trunk.
Remove the rubber trim above the trunk, thread a fish tape (wire guide) through the interior panel, and attach the power cable to the fish tape.
Pull the fish tape to route the power cable through the panel, then remove the fish tape.
Step 2: Bracket Assembly
Remove Bracket 1# from the rear of the kit.
Insert the black Z-shaped supports into both ends of Bracket 1#.
Note: Keep the right direction of the threaded holes on Bracket 1# and Z-shaped supports.
Secure the flat plate support to Bracket 2# (front of the kit) using screws.
Note: The sloped side of the flat plate support must face toward Bracket 2#.
Step 3: Positioning the Kit
Install Bracket 1# beneath the sunroof glass, ensuring the pointed ends of the Z-shaped supports face the front of the vehicle.
Carefully maneuver the kit into the cabin through the trunk, ensuring:
Brackets face upward.
The end with Bracket 2# points toward the front of the vehicle.
Avoid scratching interior trim during placement.
Step 4: Mounting the Kit
Peel off the protective film from the bracket-side of the kit.
Lift the kit gently and insert the flat plate support on Bracket 2# into the gap beneath the sunroof glass.
Connect the cable to the kit.
Align the screw holes on the kit with those on Bracket 1#, then secure with screws. Install decorative caps over the screws.
Peel off the protective film from the underside of the kit.
Step 5: Cable Management
Tuck excess wiring under the trunk’s rubber trim for a clean finish.
3. Final Checks & Testing
Verify all connections and bracket alignments.
Power on the kit and test dimming functionality.
Restore seats to their original positions.
Note:
Use only soft tools (e.g., nylon pry tools) to avoid interior damage.
Ensure threaded holes and connectors are fully engaged before tightening screws.
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