Next gen. moth-eye-inspired coating film

g.moth™

Water-repellent and eliminates glare like never before. The next generation of anti-reflection film.

Overview

Attach the next-generation film with moth-eye structure to any transparent material, such as glass, to make it appear completely transparent. Our next-generation film with moth-eye structure, g.moth™, is highly water-repellent, and solves the problem with conventional moth-eye films which lacked durability.

  • Point1Super anti-reflective and super transparent, like there is no glass there at all
  • Point2Super water-repellent, instantly repelling water droplets on contact
  • Point3Prevents glare over a wide range of viewing angles
  • Point44.9N Gauze Slide Testing Method cleared 20,000 times, demonstrating improved durability
  • Point5Size: Up to a maximum of (W) 600 mm

Before & After

We prepared a video comparing a product that utilizes g.moth™ with one that does not. Experience the amazing performance for yourself.

Super anti-reflective and super transparent, like there is no glass there at all

Super water-repellent, instantly repelling water droplets on contact

Features & Strengths

Point1 Super anti-reflective and super transparent, like there is no glass there at all

Reflectance is minimized to approximately 0.5% when g.moth™ is applied to both surfaces of glass. The film keeps light reflection and glare to a bare minimum. (The reflectance of standard glass is held to a low of approximately 4%.

  • Standard glass only

  • g.moth™ applied to one side

  • g.moth™ applied to both sides

*Does not include loss from scattering

*Base film : TAC

Point2 Super water-repellent, instantly repelling water droplets on contact

Nano-sized micro-projections (moth-eye structure) on the g.moth™ surface attain super water-repellence with a contact angle of 156.0° that keeps water droplets in the shape of a sphere. Achieves the same level of water repellence seen on the surface of a lotus leaf.

  • Water droplets recorded with a contact angle of 156.0°

  • Image of the lotus effect

Point3 Prevents glare over a wide range of viewing angles

Reflectance is less than 1%, even when viewed at angles near 50°, achieving transparency over a wide range of viewing angles.

  • Angular Dependence (wavelength 550 nm)

  • Spectral Reflectance

*Base film : TAC

Point4 4.9N Gauze Slide Testing Method cleared 20,000 times, demonstrating improved durability

Our next-generation film with moth-eye structure, called g.moth™, increases surface transparency and anti-smudge characteristics compared to conventional products, allowing you to wipe treated surfaces clean with a dry cloth.

*photographed with electron microscope after being enlarged 50,000 times actual size

  • Before test

  • After test: No major changes

Point5 Size: Up to a maximum of (W) 600 mm

g.moth™ can be produced in film rolls up to a maximum size of 600 mm (W). Can be applied to TV screens up to 45 inches in diagonal size, for example. Ask about having the film custom cut to your particular requirements. We handle large and small sizes.

  • Can be applied to TV screens up to 45 inches in diagonal size.

Structures & Mechanisms

The nano-sized, highly sensitive moth-eye structure is transferred to film rolls with one of a kind techniques

g.moth™ adopts a moth-eye structure using biomimetics to mimic the superior structure of a moth's compound eye. The roll-to-roll manufacturing technique for mass production of fine, nano-sized moth-eye structures on film utilizes our unique transfer plates that were jointly developed with Tokyo University of Science.

  • g.moth™ surface enlargement

    The moth-eye structure of the g.moth™ surface (photographed with electron microscope after being enlarged 50,000 times actual size)
  • g.moth™ film structure

    Nano sized fine structure printed base film is sandwiched between the protective films.
    Base film: TAC or PET
    *We are able to offer the film with adhesive (strong adhesive or weak adhesive)

Applications


Digital signage

Making displays and touch screens easier than ever to see by minimizing reflections and glare

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Show cases & Show windows

So thin they're almost invisible, our cases and covers make exhibits easier than ever to see

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Frames for paintings, Photographs & more

Enable viewers to view the finer details of art to their heart's content without the intruding presence of glass

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Specifications

Base film : TAC

*Numbers are guaranteed values

Average Reflectance (Wavelength : 400-700[nm]) ≦ 0.3%*1
Contact angle (Pure water) ≧ 130°
Contact angle (Oleic acid) ≧ 60°
Pencil hardness H
Slide tests 20,000 times with 4.9N gauze
Size Maximum: Width 600 mm

*1≦ 1.0% for PET
The specifications included here are standard but can be customized to meet your needs. For further information, please contact us.

How to apply g.moth™

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    If the estimate we provide meets your approval, please proceed with the order.

  • Step4Shipping Preparation

    We will carefully pack the products you order and ship them to you.
    Geomatec has acquired certification for its QMS (ISO9001: quality management system) and endeavors to provide safe and stable delivery of high-quality products to our customers.

  • Step5Delivery

    We will reliably deliver our products to any location, by any method, and on any day you specify.

    *We offer a flexible range of options other than the above, including in-house consultation on site at customers' factories.

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