A clear three-ply polyester safety and security film with 14 mil nominal thickness. Selection depends on the existing glass, frame and objective; the film alone is not a ballistic or universal forced-entry solution.
Manufacturer Safety S140 technical data describes a nominal 14 mil, three-ply polyester film and 85% visible light transmission on 1/4-inch clear glass. Published values are for reference glazing, not a guarantee for every installed opening.
3M requires Impact Protection Attachment for all break-and-entry applications. Separately, IPA is required for spontaneous breakage applications on single-pane tempered glass. Confirm the exact application against current manufacturer instructions.
S14 is a commonly used shorthand; the manufacturer documentation identifies the product as 3M Safety S140 (SH14CLARL). Confirm the exact specified product in the submittal.
3M requires Impact Protection Attachment for all break-and-entry applications. Separately, IPA is required for spontaneous breakage applications on single-pane tempered glass. Match current instructions to the actual opening.
No. Nominal film thickness is a material dimension. Performance belongs to a specific tested assembly of glass, film and attachment; it is not a promise of delay time or bullet resistance.
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