3M Scotchshield Ultra S800 combines hundreds of micro-layers into a single clear film composite with high tear resistance and energy absorption.
Applied to existing glass, the film helps retain dangerous fragments after breakage. It can support professionally specified systems for forced-entry delay, blast mitigation, human impact, seismic activity and spontaneous glass breakage.
Important Ultra S800 does not stop glass from breaking. Performance depends on the complete glazing system, including the glass, film, frame, attachment system and installation.
Ultra S800 strengthens the behaviour of the glazing after impact, helping protect people and property while preserving the appearance of the glass.
Co-extruded micro-layers deliver high tear resistance and help the film remain intact under demanding impact loads.
A strong adhesive system helps hold shattered glass together, reducing the risk of dangerous flying shards.
Filmed glazing can require repeated impact to penetrate, providing valuable additional time for occupants and security response.
Optically clear construction adds protection without substantially changing natural light or the outward view.
Published 3M values are nominal and are not intended as standalone project specifications. Complete glazing-system performance must be assessed for each application.
| Film | Construction | Thickness | Tear resistance | Tensile strength | Elongation at break |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra S800 | Micro-layered | 8 mil / 0.20 mm | 1,200 lbs% | 32,000 psi / 220 MPa | 130% |
A heavy impact or blast can break the glass while Ultra S800 holds the fragments together as a flexible sheet. Without an appropriate attachment, the entire filmed pane may still be dislodged from the frame.
For higher security and blast-mitigation applications, a professionally specified 3M Impact Protection Attachment System connects the filmed glass to the surrounding metal or timber frame. This improves the retention of the complete glazing system after glass failure.
Every project begins with the hazard, existing glazing and required outcome. Ultra S800 should be selected as part of a complete, professionally specified system.
3M lists completed testing for Ultra Series systems. Results apply to the tested system configuration and do not automatically transfer to every pane or installation.
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No. Ultra S800 is designed to help hold broken glass together and improve the performance of the complete glazing system. It does not make glass unbreakable or guarantee that forced entry will be prevented.
Ultra S800 uses a co-extruded micro-layered film composite. This construction provides high tear resistance and energy absorption while maintaining a clear appearance.
For higher security and blast-mitigation applications, an appropriate 3M Impact Protection Attachment System is normally specified to anchor the filmed glass to the frame. The correct system depends on the glass, frame, hazard and required performance.
The film can increase the time and effort required to penetrate filmed glazing. Actual delay time varies with the glass, frame, attachment system, tools, impact method and quality of installation, so a fixed delay time should not be assumed.
Ultra S800 is an optically clear safety and security film designed to preserve natural light and outward views. The final appearance depends on the existing glass, lighting and installation.
Ultra S800 has completed testing to recognised safety-glazing standards. Compliance must be assessed for the complete glass, film, frame and installation against the requirements applying to the specific Australian project.
