Anti-Reflection Coating: Enhancing Clarity and Performance

Anti-Reflection Coating: Enhancing Clarity and Performance

Visual clarity is paramount in countless aspects of our lives, from the eyeglasses we wear to the screens we interact with daily. Anti-reflection coatings play a crucial role in enhancing that clarity by minimising distracting reflections and maximising light transmission.

Diamond Coatings is a leading provider of these high-performance anti-reflective (AR) coatings, offering a diverse range of solutions tailored to various needs and substrates.

What are Anti-Reflection Coatings?

AR coatings are thin optical coatings applied to the surface of glass or plastic. They work by reducing the amount of light reflected off the surface, allowing more light to pass through. This results in:

• Improved visual clarity: Objects appear sharper and more defined.
• Reduced glare: Minimises distracting reflections that can cause eye strain and fatigue.
• Enhanced performance: Improves the efficiency and effectiveness of optical devices.

These benefits make AR coatings essential for a wide range of applications, including eyeglasses, camera lenses, display screens, and more.

Take a look at the range of anti-reflective coatings from Diamond Coatings:

DIAMOX AR: The Versatile Solution

DIAMOX AR is a durable and effective anti-reflection coating designed for hard-coated polycarbonate and acrylic substrates. This coating can be applied to both sides of the material, achieving exceptional optical performance with high light transmission and minimal reflection. It’s ideal for:

• Protective eyewear: Enhancing visual clarity and reducing eye strain for safety glasses, sports goggles, and visors, ensuring optimal vision and safety in various environments.
• Display screens: Improving readability and reducing glare on LCD and LED screens, touch panels, and other display technologies, enhancing the user experience.
• Camera lenses: Minimising reflections and ghosting for sharper, clearer images, particularly beneficial in challenging lighting conditions.

Specialised AR Coatings

At Diamond Coatings, we also offer two specialised AR coatings to cater to specific needs:

• DIAMOND-AR WET: A dipped AR coating for acrylic sheets, providing cost-effectiveness and moderate anti-reflection properties. Suitable for signage, displays, and protective barriers.
• DIAMOND-AR VAC: A high-performance vacuum deposited AR coating that can be customised to meet specific wavelength requirements. Ideal for demanding applications like precision optics, laser applications, and aerospace and defence, where precision and durability are paramount.

DIAMOND-AR COND: Combining Conductivity and Anti-Reflection

DIAMOND-AR COND is a unique solution that combines an Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) conductive coating with multilayer AR. This is particularly useful for touchscreens and electro-optical devices where both optical clarity and electrical conductivity are essential for optimal functionality.

Diamox AR1617: Anti-Reflective Film

Diamox AR1617 is a transparent anti-reflective film specifically designed for LCDs, PDPs, clear displays, and touch panels. This film effectively reduces glare and improves readability, enhancing the user experience and making displays easier to view in various lighting conditions.

Beyond AR Coatings

In addition to our comprehensive range of AR coatings, Diamond Coatings offer a variety of other solutions:

• Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) coatings: Providing transparent conductive coatings for various applications.
• Monolithic RFI shielding filters: Protecting electronic devices from electromagnetic interference.
• Touchscreens: Designing and manufacturing custom touchscreens.
• Glass supply: Sourcing and supplying high-quality glass substrates.

Diamond Coatings: Your Partner in Optical Solutions

Our technical team can assist you in selecting the optimal coating solution for your specific needs, offering design recommendations and customised solutions. Whether you need AR coatings for glass, acrylic, or polycarbonate, we have the expertise and technology to deliver exceptional results. Contact us today to discuss your project and enhance your products with our innovative coatings.