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Cotex film is a mesh effect adhesive plastic covering specifically designed to create a tint effect for car head and tail lights. It is also suitable for other vehicle types such as motorbike. It is legal for road use in most countries throughout the world.

The film has a non aggressive adhesive which means it is easy to apply and remove. The specially developed tough laminate coating gives all weather protection against most road chemicals and salt.

Caution should be exercised when installing any film including Cotex on headlamps that use high energy bulbs such as Xenon as filming may cause excessive heat build up.. If the bulbs are shielded with a silvered tip or cowling, then normally Cotex installation is acceptable. Cotex is legal in most countries around the world as the film will not substantially change either the light beam shape or intensity of the beam. Cotex material is a specially developed PET substrate. A scratch resistant coating is applied to the top of the film during the manufacturing process. The purpose of the scratch coating is to protect the film from minor abrasions and cleaning solvents. Developed through many years of laboratory testing and proven by field applications, Cotex provides tough resistance for road and other usage. However the film should not be put through tough cleaning such as automatic car washing machines or high pressure sprays.

The pressure sensitive adhesive has also been especially constructed to allow maximum adhesion to glass, polycarbonate and most plastics. The specially developed adhesive allows removal if required. A Pressure Sensitive (PS) adhesive forms an immediate mechanical bond to glass and becomes marginally stronger during the curing/drying process. The reaction is similar to every day adhesive tape. The adhesive is in a ready state of usage and simply requires slight pressure to bond with a surface. The installation process is not only designed to remove mounting solution, but the firm press against the glass also initiates the PS adhesion process.

The primary benefit of PS adhesive is quick adhesion, although the bond is not complete until the film is finally cured. PS film makes the application process easier when working alone or in tight spaces making PS films the preferred option for automotive applications.