70 Tinting looks like on the front side

What is tinting 70%

The parameter 70 percent means light transmittance. That is, the glass after applying the film will transmit at least 70% of light rays. This level of light transmission allows the use of tinting, including on the windshield.

According to current technical regulations and GOSTs, the windshield must transmit at least 70% of light. This means that such a film can be used without restrictions, even just sticking it on the windshield, or even tinting the entire car in a circle.

Please note that the degree of light transmittance on the glass of the front doors is not regulated from 2021. Accordingly, the inspector’s attempts to measure the transparency of the side glass are unlawful. Although such attempts occur, traffic police officers sometimes take advantage of drivers’ ignorance of the new rules

In practice, tinting with a density of 70% is almost transparent. It looks like slightly darkened glass. Therefore, when completely tinting a car, there is no point in using such material. It is usually used for windshields.

The material is often used for ultraviolet protection. Almost all tint films are capable of blocking up to 99% of ultraviolet rays. Therefore, if you do not want to make your car completely tinted, you can use a film with a light transmittance of 70 percent; on the one hand, this will not cause you discomfort, on the other hand, you will receive reliable protection from harmful rays.

Features of use.

The car is used by sales representatives; in the summer, work tablets, constantly lying in the cabin, overheated and often failed. As a result, on the advice of a car mechanic, the car was tinted with athermal film with a transparency of 70%. The problem with the hot interior went away immediately.

Glass tinting according to GOST 2021

Car tinting according to GOST is the darkening of windows using a tinting film with a certain percentage of light transmission.
For example, the most common tinting in Yekaterinburg is “five” with a coefficient of 5%; such tinting can be installed on any car windows, except for the front and windshield. The same applies to tint film with light transmission of 15%, 20%, 35%, 50%. As a rule, such tinting is done on the rear windows of a car. Because if you stick such a tint on the front windows, then traffic police officers may have additional questions for you. At the moment, the deduction of license plates for tinting front windows has been canceled and most car owners calmly tint the front windows on their cars and enjoy the beauty and comfort of their car. Permissible light transmission of glass

Basic requirements for the light transmittance of automobile glass:

• Light transmission for the windshield must be at least 70%;
• Light transmission for side windows must be at least 70%;
• 100% tinting of rear windows is allowed, provided that side mirrors are available.

Thus, tinting the rear windows of a car is not standardized in any way. In simple words, you can paint them over even with black paint and nothing will happen to you for it.

The tint film will protect you well from the harmful rays of the sun without making the interior very dark.

The films that are sold and installed at AutoTime Autotime Yekaterinburg have very good protective properties.

We work with such well-known American brands as XPEL, UltraVision (the Autotime company is the official representative in the Sverdlovsk region), LLumar, Johnson, SunTek, 3M. We provide a lifetime guarantee on our work. If glass coated with film is damaged, fragments remain on the film.

An interesting fact is that glass with a film glued on can withstand a blow with a force of 60-70 J, which is like a stone thrown from a distance. American professional tint films are capable of: - absorbing sun glare, - protecting from UV rays, - dimming the headlights of oncoming cars.

Also, tinted windows help hide the contents of the cabin from unwanted eyes.

Bottom line, car tinting:

• Provides privacy by creating a one-way visibility effect, preventing the car interior from being seen from the outside;
• Makes glass reliable and safe;
• Gives a prestigious appearance to the car;
• Protects interior upholstery from fading;
• Increases the efficiency of the car air conditioner;
• Protects passengers from ultraviolet rays;
• Protects against glass fragments in case of glass breakage;
• Protects life and property from crime and vandalism;
• Reduces energy loss.

Some motorists believe that any tinting is prohibited. It is also not uncommon to hear the question: what does tinting according to GOST mean for car windows?

It is clear that this question arises primarily due to the unwillingness to have unnecessary problems with traffic police officers on the road.

Today, legislation allows the following tinting percentages:

• Windshield – no more than 30%; • Front side – no more than 30%;

These numbers show the permissible luminous flux absorption rates, which in turn means: the light transmission of the windshield is at least 70%, the front side windows are at least 70%.

Several questions may arise in this regard.

Firstly, since it is allowed to darken the windshield up to 30%, why then do they say that the windshield cannot be tinted at all? The answer is simple. The fact is that even new glass itself absorbs up to 20% of the light flux, not to mention the old one, for which this figure is already more than 20%. Thus, it turns out that there is practically no reserve for tinting.

Secondly, if there are such strict requirements, then why are the so-called rear hemispheres (rear and rear side windows of the rear doors) tinted on many cars? Tinting according to GOST allows all these windows to be tinted with films with any percentage of tinting, up to “dull”, but provided that the car has both side rear-view mirrors. Nowadays it is difficult to find a car without side mirrors, so the tinted rear hemisphere fits into the requirements of GOST.

Samples of films for tinting cars with different degrees of light transmission.

It remains to say a few words about the permissible size of the light-protective strip, and, thus, we will consider that we have finally figured out in an accessible form what is meant when they talk about tinting according to GOST: the width of such a strip is no more than 15 cm.

Athermal tinting is produced using athermal films. The main property of athermal films is a significant retention of thermal energy with virtually no decrease in the percentage of light transmission.

Athermal film chameleon - manufacturer Ultra Vision (USA). Mystique series chameleon films change their color and reflectivity (visual % light transmission) depending on the viewing angle and light level. Ultra Vision Mystique Clima Comfort film has 83% light transmission and IR protection of 81%, Ultra Vision Light has 90% light transmission and meets GOST standards on almost all cars.

In 2015, the range of UltraVision chameleon films expanded; a new chameleon Deep Light film appeared, something between Clima Comfort and Light. The light transmission of this film is similar to the Clima Comfort film, protection from infrared radiation is higher - 90%, car glass with Deep Light chameleon tinting is reminiscent of the athermal glass of a Range Rover Voque, Porsche Cayenne car.

Compared to Clima Comfort, Deep Light film has less reflectivity and a less pronounced chameleon effect; the film's shade is calmer and does not attract the attention of others.

The appearance of the Deep Light film changes depending on the viewing angle and height; on sedans it is more blue; on tall cars (jeeps) a purple tint is added. From the inside, the film looks completely transparent. Deep Light film wound on a roll has a greenish tint.

All Deep Light chameleon films have additional protection against counterfeiting; the UltraVision logo is printed on the protective liner

Chameleon Deep Light tinting – Light transmission 83%, infrared protection – 90%

There is an athermal heat-reflective car tint film with 80% light transmittance (LLumar Air 80 film is almost transparent with a blue tint), suitable for application to car front windows. IR protection 80%

Varieties

When choosing a tint, you should take into account the characteristics of different types of this material. Let's look at the most common film options that you can buy.

• Removable film. Allows you to quickly tint your car and remove the darkening at the same speed. Typically used as a temporary solution. The main disadvantages include the insufficiently neat appearance.
• Painted tinting. This film has a layer of dye, which gives the darkening effect. Such materials sometimes do not meet the specified specifications, which can lead to a fine for violating glass tinting standards. On the other hand, this is a very cheap solution, although short-lived.
• Metallized film. This is a three-layer tint. A metal coating is placed between two polymer layers. The result is a virtually non-fading, non-damaging darkening. This film lasts quite a long time.
• Sputter. Metal spraying is also used here, but the technical solution to this problem is different. There is only one polymer layer, and the sputtering is introduced into the film under certain conditions. This provides good protection against damage, and also provides a number of additional advantages, in particular, the film blocks ultraviolet rays well.
• Carbon. The rarest and most expensive tinting option. Graphite coating is used here, which gives the film a matte appearance. Manufacturers claim that the tinting will last almost forever. Due to the high cost, this is rare among us.
• Athermal film. Designed primarily to protect the interior from overheating. Special components prevent the sun's rays from warming up the interior. Allows you to achieve comfortable conditions in the car, even if you are forced to leave it in the sun.

The choice of a specific variety depends primarily on financial capabilities. You also need to take into account the operating features, as well as the individual preferences of the car owner.

Requirements for auto glass according to traffic regulations and GOST

Not a single regulatory document of the Russian Federation puts forward a complete ban on covering auto glass with darkening films. Only coatings that do not meet established light transmittance standards are prohibited.

According to the rules established by Section 7 of the Traffic Regulations of the Russian Federation, namely clause 3, it is prohibited to apply coatings to glass that limit the driver’s visibility. The only exceptions are tinting films, which fully comply with GOST 32565-2013, which came into force in 2015.

Light transmission standards

This standard puts forward the following requirements for auto glass:

1. Light transmittance of windshield and side windows from 70%.
2. The degree of shading of the rear windows can be any, provided that there are external rear-view mirrors on both sides.
3. The use of mirror film is not allowed.
4. The width of the protective transparent light strip located on the top of the windshield should not exceed 14 cm.
5. It is not allowed to cover glass with multi-colored films.

But, despite the existence of the standard, many car owners continue to drive with almost zero-tinted windows, which impairs the driver’s visibility and increases the risk of collision with other road users.

Which film is prohibited

Not all tinting is equally useful; there are options that cannot be used without the risk of getting a fine. Even taking into account the fact that technically, darkening car windows with 70% transparency can be used without restrictions. Let's see what tint is not recommended for cars.

• Films with mirror effect. Such a solution is completely prohibited. Tinting reflects light and can blind other road users. The most common metallized film coated with aluminum is worth buying such material only if you are willing to periodically pay fines.
• Green and blue tint. The restriction applies only to these colors; other color films can be freely used.
• Chameleon. Another type of tinting that causes rejection among legislators. According to experts, such a film, changing color depending on the viewing angle, can reflect light rays. In fact, the effect of changing the color of the film is based on this principle. This makes it possible to equate the material to the mirror type.

By choosing any of the listed types of tinting, you increase the risk of a fine. The fact is that such a darkening is very noticeable and will certainly attract the attention of a traffic police officer.

Example from practice.

While working along the highway, the inspector noticed that one car was tinted with a chameleon film. All glass was finished with this material. At the same time, everything was visually transparent. Despite the protests of the driver, who claimed that the light transmittance of the glass was 70%, a protocol was issued. As evidence, a photo of a car with the appropriate tint was taken. The fine of 1,000 rubles could not be appealed.

What law regulates these norms?

All current standards and requirements are based on GOST 5727-88. Taking into account this standard, it is possible to verify the compliance of the actual coverage with the permitted indicators only under certain conditions, namely:

• air temperature: -10 - + 35 degrees;
• humidity: no more than 80%;
• use of a taumeter (special device) with documentation and seal.

For example, sometimes even an experienced specialist cannot describe what shading of 35 percent looks like, but using the specified device it is not difficult to establish the degree of shading.

When contacting specialists to perform tinting on a car, you must remember that you should take into account not only the appearance of the car, but also compliance with legal provisions. In case of violation of the general rules, a fine of 500 rubles will be issued to the owner of the car.

After a violation, the culprit is issued a corresponding order for tinting, obliging the car owner to eliminate the violation.

How to choose the right one

The correct selection determines how well and reliably the car will be covered. Let's look at the main stages of selection.

1. We decide what type of film we need. Here you need to take into account both cost and technical characteristics. You should not take a very cheap film, it will most likely not be of good enough quality. We select the type of tinting based on personal preferences.
2. Let's look at the manufacturer. The best solution would be to purchase tint from American manufacturers. Although such material will hit your pocket hard. You shouldn’t be afraid of Chinese products, you just need to pay attention to well-known manufacturers and not take the cheapest film.
3. Determine the required volume. Often, tint is sold in whole rolls. You don’t need so much, it’s better to look for an alternative option where you can buy as much as you need. Always take with a small margin, especially if this is your first time tinting the car yourself.

These are the points to consider when choosing and purchasing film. Pay special attention to the manufacturer; high-quality tinting will last longer.

Useful tips

Below we will tell you some points that are important to know for a car enthusiast who decides to tint a car on his own.

• If this is your first time working with tint, take more film. One piece will be useful for training. Try sticking the training film onto the glass first. Pay attention to how you do it, what shortcomings will be identified during the work. This will greatly simplify working directly on the machine.
• When tinting the front and rear doors, it is not necessary to disassemble the door panel. You can stick the film without unnecessary movements, but this will require care and attention.
• If the glass has chips and cracks, there is a risk that they will crack when heated with a hairdryer. It is better to abandon the idea of ​​tinting.
• Only careful surface preparation will avoid problems. Pay special attention to removing dirt and dust. Even a small speck of dust can ruin the appearance of tinted glass.
• Be sure to let the tint dry. During the drying time, try not to interact with the glass, and also do not use the door lifts.

Requirements for car window tinting

Since January 2021, the amended law on tinting car windows has been in effect. According to GOST, auto glass is divided into two types:

1. Front. These are the windshield and front side windows, providing the driver with a view from the front.
2. Rear. These are the rear window and rear side windows, providing the driver with rear visibility.

Glass tinting according to GOST assumes an acceptable percentage of light transmittance:

1. Windshield – 75%.
2. The tinting of the front side windows should transmit 70% of the light.
3. The second type of auto glass coverage is not adjustable if the car is equipped with side rearview mirrors on both sides. The second type of glass can be anything but mirrored: this is unacceptable by law.

A 140 mm wide strip of light transmittance of 50 percent and even 35 percent is allowed at the top of the front window.

Drivers are often interested in whether it is possible to tint windows “chameleon” and in which countries this type of tinting is allowed. Chameleon film is one of the most common in 2021. The use of such film is allowed in any country. In addition to external qualities, the coating has athermal properties: the optimum temperature is maintained in the cabin, and the front panel of the car does not overheat. The surface of the film blocks ultraviolet and infrared rays, which has a positive effect on the skin and vision of drivers.

Chameleon tinting according to GOST requires the same percentage of light transmittance as regular shading. The chameleon has one peculiarity: film darker than 60% begins to mirror.

Allowed tinting transmits more than 70% of sunlight without a mirror effect.