Hardcoating

ALCAT excels in protective and specialty hardcoats for plastic lenses, windows and optical components that upgrade performance and extend life. Siloxane and acrylate hardcoats are often the ideal choice for improving durability and scratch resistance for products ranging from aviation flight visors to underwater camera lenses.

We also specialize in:

Optical thin film coatings for applications requiring high-reflectivity mirrors, reduced glare, or improved transmission.
Siloxane hardcoats for improving durability and abrasion resistance;
Anti-fog hardcoats to withstand fogging and condensation build-up;
Specialty UV-cured coatings for military and safety lens applications;
Super-hardcoats for extended wear and superior hardness.

Our abrasion resistant coatings are available on acrylic and polycarbonate sheets and come in a wide range of colors, thickness and sizes. They protect against scratching and abrasion, retain optical clarity, provide outdoor weather protection, and are easily cleaned.

Siloxane hardcoats also enhance the optical transmission of the substrate - vital for many electro-optical applications - and the base color shines through brilliantly.

ALCAT also provides National Fire Protection Association-approved silicone hardcoats for use in firefighting and rescue SCBA devices. Fire retardant coatings maintain clarity in the most severe heat and pressure situations.

For over three decades ALCAT has been a leader in bringing new techniques into production, and emphasizing quality control to assure customer satisfaction.