T H E F U T U R E O F T O U C H

FLEXX Transparent Conductive Films (TCF) are designed to enable the fast-moving future of touch — and beyond. With these innovative films from Carestream Advanced Materials, manufacturers can create thin, light-weight, flexible devices with large, borderless touch screens and superior electrical and optical performance. FLEXX Films are ideal for next-generation displays, lighting, photovoltaics and smart glass applications. The possibilities are virtually endless with our low cost FLEXX Films that offer extreme flexibility, high transmission and exceptional electrical conductivity.

NANOMATERIAL SCIENCE

TRANSPARENT CONDUCTIVE F I LMS

FLEXX FILMS — 100 YEARS IN THE MAKING Originally part of Eastman Kodak Company, Carestream Advanced Materials developed FLEXX Films by applying more than 100 years of expertise in nanomaterial science, thin-film technology and precision roll-to-roll coating know-how. Our films feature an innovative silver nanowire technology that allows for exceptional conductance, extreme flexibility, superior optical performance and low cost.

GLOBAL REACH AND STRENGTH We operate a robust supply chain that perfectly aligns with the needs of our customers. Our research and development facilities, responsive distribution centers and manufacturing operations are located throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia. Our 7,300 employees in more than 150 countries ensure we deliver the innovations module and device manufacturers need to enable the future of touch — and beyond.

WORLD-CLASS MANUFACTURING Through our vertically integrated manufacturing, Carestream develops our raw materials, inks and coating processes, and manufactures high quality film entirely in-house. The integrity of FLEXX Films is ensured by our experienced staff, robust quality processes, sophisticated in-line inspection systems and advanced on-site analytical instrumentation.

P R O T E C T I V E M A S K I N G

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Advantages of Silver Nanowire Technology

Silver (Ag) is the most conductive material on the planet, which allows for minimal light interference, low haze, extreme flexibility and exceptional transmission. That’s why our FLEXX Films are constructed using our proprietary Ag nanowire technology. It offers significant advantages over higher cost ITO products that are rigid, brittle and tend to crack over time. In comparative testing, FLEXX Films were far more durable than ITO and other TCF technologies. Moreover, FLEXX Films are readily available, low cost and withstand environmental extremes.

Still, we continue to innovate, driving toward even better nanowires with improved electrical and optical properties. Today, we are committed to developing next-generation Ag nanowire-based FLEXX Films with extremely thin nanowires and ultra-low haze that enable the next big innovations in touch and printed electronics.

Highly Specialized Roll-to-Roll Processing

Carestream manufactures our FLEXX Films entirely in-house using our highly specialized, continuous, precision roll-to-roll coating process. We don’t use an inefficient vacuum batch process, which makes our films more economical than ITO — or any other transparent conductive film alternative.

No deposition chambers or vaporized metals are used, and there is virtually no wasted material. In fact, our manufacturing times are at least half of the ITO process. Plus, our roll-to-roll coating process is so flexible it accommodates a wide range of base substrates.

Exceptional Performance and Flexibility

Our FLEXX Films provide the ultimate combination of extreme flexibility, low cost, high transmission and low resistance. Exceptionally pliable, these films are highly suited to foldable or rollable devices. Our films typically cost significantly less than other technologies and they can lower overall processing costs. Since FLEXX Films are intended to be a drop-in replacement to an existing manufacturing line, there is little to no additional capital investment.

With superior broadband light transmission and greater optical clarity than other products, FLEXX Films offers increased brightness, brilliant color, extended battery life and consistent transmission over time. They are also capable of achieving low resistances of 100 and 60 ohm/sq, which makes our films ideal for all touch panel sizes — even larger formats.

SILVER NANOWIRE TECHNOLOGY

FLEXX Transparent Conductive Films feature our exclusive silver nanowire technology.

Our innovative roll-to-roll process is conducted in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the U.S.

High Conductance

Superior Optical Properties

Exceptional Flexibility

High-Precision Process

Higher Yield, Lower System Cost

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The Carestream portfolio of FLEXX Transparent Conductive Films is enabling the future of touch — and beyond. With our innovative films, module and device manufacturers can design lower cost sensors and faster panels while achieving better performance for large screens. They can look to the future of touch with larger displays, single-layer multi touch functionality, borderless designs, flexible devices and wearable electronics.

Learn how FLEXX Transparent Conductive Films can improve the productivity, profitability and performance of your manufacturing operation and end products. Visit www.carestream.com/adv-materials.

GLOBAL ENTERPRISE • World Leader in Advanced Nano Materials

• 7,300 Employee Worldwide

• Distribution Centers in Asia, Europe and the Americas

• Service and Support in More Than 150 Countries

• Innovation Centers in the U.S. and China

• U.S. and Foreign Patents Pending

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For more information contact your local Carestream representative or visit www.carestream.com/adv-materials