When looking into tinting for your car window, you are bound to frequently see the word IR (infrared) but what is it actually?
Infrared wavelengths are part of the “Solar Spectrum” which also consists of the UV rays, and Visible Light which causes the heat we feel in our everyday life.
Too much of exposure to infrared waves will lead to eye and skin cancer.
The infrared waves can damage skin tissues and cause harm to the lens and cornea of the eye.
This is why many people tint the windows of their car and homes because of the possible negative effects of this electromagnetic radiation.
When it comes to car window tinting, there are certain information displayed by others that might not be as accurate as it is supposed to be.
There are some misconceptions that the heat rejection of an automotive window tint can be determined by the Infrared Rejection (IR) percentage.
Due to the fact that heat is contributed by three components including the IR, hence it should be the TSER (Total Solar Energy Rejection) that should be referred to and not solely on the IR Rejection percentage only.
IR rejection specifications are sometimes misinformed by deceptive sales representative and manufacturers to customers whom are not very familiar with automotive tint and its properties.
The seriousness of this matter has even reached the International Window Film Association where they published a clarification on this issue regarding the misuse of the IR rejection percentage as a measurement on how much infrared can be rejected on certain window films.
You should keep in mind that when getting a car tint, you will be able to see the IRR rejection percentage vary according to different window tints with different properties.
This is because the car window tint must also have the properties to block out Visible Light and UV rays too.
So do not rely solely on the IR rejection percentage, instead, opt to refer to the TSER which is a more accurate way to know which car window tint you prefer.
The information you see on the pamphlet or brochure on car window tint might prompt some questions on its rejection properties.
Do take the time to talk to the car installer or sales representative and ask them to explain further in detail to you.
Keep in mind that there is no way a car window tint’s rejection qualities can be judged solely by the IR rejection percentage.
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