Clear Glass-Like 9H Hardness Archives

9HO – Glass-Like Oleophobic film has a high level of hardness, is easy to clean, and is affordable!

Photodon is More Than Screen Protectors and Privacy Filters!

| By Jenny Sockol

It's true that Photodon's most commonly used capability is the custom production of screen protectors and privacy filters. But did you know that our specialties extend beyond that?

Photodon offers so many more services and products than the screen protectors and privacy filters we are known for. Just a few of these capabilities include producing monitor hoods and laptop stands, using our multiple lasers to cut and even etch screen protectors, and installing customers' screen protectors on their devices in our clean room. Watch our capabilities video to see some of our talents and abilities.

You can also keep reading to learn more about what Photodon can do.

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Why are Photodon PET Screen Protectors Better Than Tempered Glass?

| By Jenny Sockol

What is PET material?

Polyethylene terephthalate is a high-performance polyester material known by its abbreviation of PET. Among many other qualities, PET material boasts strength, stability, low moisture absorption, retention of physical properties, and the ability to withstand sterilization.

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How to Choose a Photodon Screen Protector Material

| By Jenny Sockol

We get lots of questions about our different screen protector materials and which one to order. We strive to have a lot of information on our main protective material page, but with so much information all in one place, it's hard to absorb it all! So let's address a question that is asked almost daily:

"Which type of material should I order?"

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9HO Screen Protectors: 9H Hardness Defined and Tested

| By Jolynn Paige

Photodon's highly scratch-resistant oleophobic 9HO screen protectpr material is a rockstar in Photodon’s lineup. Not only is it one of the most scratch resistant materials available on the market, it is extremely clear. It’s easy to clean, affordable and — unlike tempered glass — it's shatterproof.

But what exactly does 9H mean in terms of scratch resistance?

9H Explained:

There are many ways testing labs will evaluate the hardness of a given material. One common way is to test a surface with minerals of varying degrees of hardness to determine if it will scratch a surface. Another way is to use pencils that are on a hardness scale that ranges from 2H to 9H. The higher the number, the harder the lead.

The most commonly used pencils are 2H on the hardness scale — not very hard. You may notice that if you use much pressure on a #2 pencil tip, the tip will break easily. Many artists will use 9H pencils — the hardest pencil grade available — so their pencils don't break as they draw.

Photodon's 9H Hardness Test:

One way Photodon’s screen protectors were tested was by using pencil hardness methods as set forth by the highly reputable American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International Standards. Photodon’s 9HO material surface was evaluated for its ability to withstand scratches using these graded pencils.

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How To Protect Any Sized Optical Comparator Glass Screen – A Case Study

| By Jolynn Paige

Introduction

If you're reading this blog post, chances are you already know what an optical comparator is. Until we heard from a customer at Modern Manufacturing & Engineering, WE didn't know. But we were soon schooled in the optical comparator universe.

For those who DON'T know what an optical comparator is, here is a Wikipedia explanation:

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A customer's photo of the TopMix 2 Paint Mixer

Protecting The TopMix2 Paint Mixing Terminal From Harsh Cleaning Solutions: A Case Study

| By Jolynn Paige

THE PROBLEM:

Several months ago, a new customer named Jason – an owner of a Maaco Collision Repair & Auto Painting business in Minnesota – called Photodon. His problem? He had been purchasing a protective cover for his Satorius TopMix2 Paint Terminal that

A) didn't fit (it was like a bag around the machine);

B) was expensive (around $100.00); and

C) had to be replaced monthly because the plastic would get damaged when the paint had to be cleaned off it.

The TopMix touch screen is connected to a scale and mixer. When the paint is mixed, as you can imagine, it can splatter. In addition, the paint shop workers often touch the screen with gloves that have paint on them. This means that the very expensive touch screen needs to be protected.

Jason explained, "I use a paint thinner to clean the screen about once a week, and the protector I'm using gets damaged quickly. I'm spending a fortune on these protective covers. I'm hoping you can help me."

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