3M Safety and Security Window Film

3M Safety & Security Window Film

At Meridian Window Tint, we install 3M Safety and Security Window Films for homeowners and businesses across the Boise area who need more than sun control from their windows. Where sun control films are designed primarily for comfort and energy savings, safety and security films are engineered to hold glass together when it breaks, helping protect people and property from flying glass shards, forced entry, natural disasters, and blast events. Meridian carries two 3M lines to cover a range of needs and budgets: the Safety Series for reliable protection at an accessible price point, and the Scotchshield Ultra Series for maximum strength in the most demanding applications.

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3M Safety Series

The Safety Series is 3M's foundational security film line, available in four thickness levels to match the level of protection your application requires. It is optically clear, works on both residential and commercial glass, and can be combined with 3M Impact Protection Attachment Systems for additional protection.

Key Benefits

  • Helps mitigate hazards from shattered glass due to natural and human causes
  • Increases security and provides added protection against smash-and-grab burglaries
  • Helps protect people and property from flying glass in natural disasters
  • Increases anti-spall protection for laminated glass
  • Can be combined with 3M Impact Protection Attachment Systems for additional safety and security
  • Blocks 99% of UV rays, helping extend the life of furnishings and reducing fading
  • Comprehensive warranty backed by 3M

Performance Ratings

Compared to other 3M Safety & Security Window Films — ★★★★★ = Best

Break & Entry
Safety Glazing
Seismic
Blast Mitigation
S40
★★★
★★★
★★★
★★
S70
★★★★
★★★★
★★★★
★★★
S80
★★★★
★★★★
★★★★
★★★★
S140
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★

Film Properties - Nominal

Based on 3M testing conditions. Not for specification purposes.

Safety S40
Safety S70
Safety S80
Safety S140
Thickness
4 mil (0.10mm)
7 mil (0.18mm)
8 mil (0.20mm)
14 mil (0.36mm)
Construction
Single Ply
Single Ply
2-Ply
3-Ply
Tensile Strength
25,000 psi (172 MPa)
25,000 psi (172 MPa)
25,000 psi (172 MPa)
25,000 psi (172 MPa)
Break Strength
100 lbs/in (445 N/25mm)
175 lbs/in (778 N/25mm)
200 lbs/in (890 N/25mm)
350 lbs/in (1,557 N/25mm)
Elongation at Break
125%
125%
125%
125%
Peel Strength
4 lbs/in (18 N/25mm)
5 lbs/in (22 N/25mm)
2 lbs/in (9 N/25mm)
2 lbs/in (9 N/25mm)

Completed Testing and Certifications

  • EN 356, UL 972, ULC 332: Break and entry resistance
  • ANSI Z97.1, 16 CFR CPSC 1201, EN 12600: Safety glazing and human impact
  • ASTM F1642, GSA TS01-2003, ISO 16933: Bomb blast and explosion protection

3M Scotchshield Ultra Series

The Scotchshield Ultra S800 is 3M's highest-performance safety and security film, built with micro-layered construction for superior tear resistance and glass fragment retention. It is optically clear and engineered for the most demanding commercial security applications. Installation with 3M Impact Protection Attachment Sealant is required for windstorm, break-and-entry, explosion mitigation, and spontaneous glass breakage applications on single-pane tempered glass.

Key Benefits

  • Micro-layered construction for superior tear resistance and glass fragment retention
  • Optically clear with no impact on visible light or appearance
  • Engineered to hold broken glass in place and help prevent flying glass shards
  • Blocks up to 99% of UV rays, helping reduce fading
  • Must be installed with 3M Impact Protection Attachment Sealant for windstorm, break and entry, and explosion mitigation applications
  • Comprehensive warranty backed by 3M

Performance Ratings

Compared to other 3M Safety & Security Window Films — ★★★★★ = Best

Blast Mitigation
Break & Entry
Safety Glazing
Seismic
Rating
★★★
★★★
★★★
★★

Film Properties - Nominal

Based on 3M testing conditions. Not for specification purposes.

Ultra S800
Thickness
8 mil (0.20mm)
Construction
Micro-layered
Tear Resistance
1,075 lbs%
Tensile Strength
31,500 psi (220 MPa)
Break Strength
253 lbs/in (934 N/25mm)
Elongation at Break
135%
Peel Strength
6 lbs/in (27 N/25mm)
Abrasion Resistance
3% Haze

Completed Testing and Certifications

  • ASTM F1642, GSA TS01-2003, ISO 16933: Blast mitigation
  • ANSI Z97.1, EN 12600: Safety glazing
  • ASTM E 1886, ANSI Z97.1: Seismic and spontaneous glass breakage

Install 3M Safety and Security Window Film
in Your Home or Business

Contact Meridian Window Tint to learn more about 3M Safety and Security Window Films or to schedule an installation. Our team will help you determine which film and thickness are right for your space, glass type, and security goals.

Backed by a comprehensive 3M warranty. These films do not prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. Window films are not bulletproof and are not designed to stop intruders. References to explosions or blasts apply only to commercial and non-educational government facility applications. Building codes vary; consult 3M and your local code official. Technical data based on 3M testing conditions and should not be used for specification purposes. 3M and Scotchshield are trademarks of 3M Company.