What's Sputter Tinted Film?

What's Sputter Tinted Film?

What sputter tint actually is

  • It’s a metalized window film produced by a process called magnetron sputtering, which is a form of physical vapor deposition (PVD).
  • In this process, a target material (commonly metals like titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, nickel-chrome, or alloys) is bombarded with high-energy ions in a vacuum chamber.
  • Atoms from the metal target are “sputtered” off and deposited in very thin, controlled layers onto the polyester film base.

Sputter tint key properties

  • Optical control: Because the metal layer thickness can be precisely tuned at the atomic level, manufacturers can control visible light transmission, infrared rejection, and reflectivity more accurately than dyed films.
  • Durability: The metalized layer is uniform and tightly bonded, making it more resistant to fading compared to dyed tints.
  • Heat rejection: Sputtered films excel at rejecting solar infrared (IR) radiation while still allowing good visible light transmission.
  • Aesthetics: The look is less mirror-like than traditional metalized films because sputtering can create semi-transparent layers instead of solid reflective coatings.
Sputter Tinted Film

Hamel's Nano Ceramic Sputter Tint

When you choose tint, you’re not just picking shade, you’re picking science. Hamel’s Gold Series Nano Ceramic Sputter Tint is engineered with the same sputtering technology used in aerospace thin films.

Gold Series Nano Ceramic Sputter Tint

  • Sputter Science: Instead of simple dyed film, we use magnetron sputtering — microscopic layers of metal oxides are bonded onto the film in a vacuum chamber. This gives precise control over heat rejection and clarity.
  • Heat Rejection Without Darkness: Old-school “blackout” tints force you to choose between comfort and JPJ legality. Our sputter film rejects solar infrared heat at the molecular level, while still passing JPJ’s front glass requirements (70% VLT for windscreen, 50% for side).
  • Signal Friendly: Unlike traditional metallic tints that block GPS or SmartTAG, our nano-ceramic sputter blend minimizes signal interference while delivering lasting performance.
  • Durability: No fading, no purple film over time. Sputtered layers bond tighter than dyed pigments.

Compliance you can trust

JPJ’s rules are clear: 70% light through the front, 50% through the driver and passenger windows, and freedom at the back. The Gold Series lets you meet those numbers without giving up on comfort. We measure VLT on-site and provide documentation so you’re protected at roadblocks.

Why drivers upgrade to Gold Series

  • Cool cabin without overloading your AC.
  • Safer night driving thanks to clarity.
  • UV and glare protection to protect skin and interior.
  • Premium finish that looks sharp, not cheap.

Hamel’s Gold Series Nano Ceramic Sputter Tint is not just another film, it’s advanced physics applied to everyday driving. You get the comfort you want, the compliance you need, and the confidence that you’ll never be caught out at a JPJ check.