Shin-Etsu KY-1950 is currently the market's best durable super-hydrophobic coating in terms of UV resistance. It has undergone rigorous environmental certification across various industries over the years. KY-1950 is widely used in automotive applications, including automotive glass with Low-E and/or AR coatings, and on the front side windows of some premium German and Japanese vehicle models. Additionally, its application on sunroof coatings is currently under validation.
KY-1950/KY-1901/competitor (Japanese competitor's top product) test data report:
KY-1950 performs exceptionally well in tests for abrasion resistance, inspection durability, and UV resistance. Even the entry-level model, KY-1901, has demonstrated excellent UV resistance, which has satisfied customers.
The minimum packaging unit for KY-1950 is 100 grams per bottle. To ensure the stability of the material, we recommend minimum purchasing amount of 100 grams. The typical mixing ratio with the diluent F-026 is 1:200 (0.5%), though different application fields may require different ratios. For specific recommendations, please contact us.
Our company regularly stocks various Shin-Etsu KY-series agents.
One year from the date of production (Storage requirements: cool, ventilated, and dry environment with temperature <25°C and humidity <RH55%).
Technical Documents (MSDS, TDS, and Test Reports) are available upon request.