Frequently Asked Questions
I have a client that’s been having issues with someone shooting out their windows with a BB gun/Pellet gun. Do you have any visuals or videos that would show how your film holds up to something like that?
We have several clients with similar issues. Ultimately, it depends on what they are trying to achieve. Are they trying to prevent a window from breaking, or are they trying to stop penetration of a round through the glass? We have had customers seeking solutions to both problems. If they want to stop penetration, then our BRS system can work as a safety net for random shots fire from say, the roadway or freeway when passing by. The system will not stop the glass from breaking the glass because most exterior glazing is dual pane, meaning the exterior pane is exposed because only the interior pane gets the film system. This means the bullet, or pellet shatters the outer pane, but does not penetrate the inner pane. Most existing glazing on modern buildings are some form of a makeup of outboard lite with ¼” tempered glass with LowE coating on #2 surface, air space, ¼” tempered or annealed inboard lite. This setup will theoretically meet the ½” thickness threshold for our system, but will not pass UL, or NIJ level testing because of the unknown makeup of the existing glass. If they are trying to stop the glass from breaking from a BB or pellet gun, there are other solutions, none with testing because the tests do not exist. We have installed a 7mil clear exterior film on the #1 surface of existing glass using the CBond Secure glass strengthening solution. This has seemed to help with the customers that have had this installed as they have had a reduction in replacements. On our end, we don’t get calls for re-installation. It is really inexpensive enough for a customer to try it and see if it works for them.
Can I install C‑Bond BRS on the windows in my home to stop bullets?
C‑Bond BRS requires a specific thickness of glass to meet the requirement to stop bullets. Our system requires a ½” annealed glass with C‑Bond BRS and multiple layer film stack. Most residential glass does not meet this standard. It is possible to retrofit our system in place, but would require an on site assessment. Structural upgrades may be required. Please contact us for more information.
I want to install C‑Bond film on the windows of my store to stop bullets and break-ins. Can I just purchase the film and install it myself?
We can certainly provide turn-key system units for installation, but C‑Bond BRS is not just film, it is a composite system. Our system relies on a base of ½” annealeld glass, C‑Bond BRS Solution to strengthen the glass, and multi-stack film installation. Most commercial systems do not meet this criteria and requires a glass replacement, just as it would if it was being replaced with a bullet resistant glass/polycarbonate. Our system is half the cost, and does not generally require replacing framing, and major structural changes that can be quite expensive. Please contact us for more information.
Can I make my car bullet resistant with C‑Bond?
Unfortunately, as with all bullet resistant type products, the thickness is a crucial component to being able to stop bullets. Currently, standard polycarbonate BRS products are about 1.25 inch thick, and this allows for the protection from multiple rounds. Our C‑Bond BRS system is currently 0.5 inch thick, and is independently rated to stop most handgun rounds. Modern auto glass is less than .25 inch thick and is simply not thick enough to provide protection from bullets. It can however, provide significant protection from smash and grab, or car jacking type incidents. The C‑Bond solution is a patented glass strengthening solution, so whatever application it is used for on glass, will improve the performance by 150%.
I have a customer that wants to install a film on some windows in his home that can keep an intruder out for at least 60 minutes. Do you have something like this?
We do have film coatings that can deter intruders, and even at higher levels, stop bullets. The latter was probably what he was referencing. Although, our bullet resistant systems have certain requirements to achieve desired results, and does require a glass change to ½” glass. It sounds like what you are looking for is a significantly lower level using existing glazing for forced entry protection, and we have several different options available depending on the thickness of film chosen. To be clear, with any of these forced entry protection products, we do not make claims that they can keep someone out for 60 minutes. Our systems can, however, prevent entry for 3-4 minutes, which is a significant amount of time, and enough for law enforcement to respond in most cases. There are some limitations on residential windows as to the thickness of the film that can be utilized due to the thin glass generally used in residential windows. Thicker films require much more force and pressure during installation that can result in actually breaking the glass during the process.
I live on a golf course and have had several instances with broken windows from golf balls. Can C‑Bond prevent my windows from getting broken?
Our C‑bond Secure Plus solution is designed specifically for glass/windows that are situated in problematic areas where glass strengthening could be beneficial, and prevent unnecessary repairs. This solution contains the same nanotechnology glass strengthening capabilities of our other solutions, and increases the existing glass strength by 150%, and includes a hydrophobic (like RainX) that sheds water, and reduces cleaning costs. It is a spray on, squeegee off solution that can be applied DIY, or by professional window cleaners.
Can C‑Bond BRS be applied to existing tempered glass to provide bullet resistance?
The C‑Bond BRS system is comprised of three components. Multilayered film application, C-Bond Secure glass strengthening solution, and ½” annealed glass to achieve an NIJ rating good for most handguns. The best analogy is to compare the windshield of your car, to the side windows of your car. Rock hits windshield and makes a crack. This leaves the rest of the windshield intact, and still very strong. Side window gets hit and shatters in a million pieces, falling out of the space. C‑Bond BRS relies on the strength of annealed glass to withstand multiple rounds from weapons, so annealed glass is critical. Tempered glass when coated, may stop 1 or 2 rounds, but not enough to pass rigorous NIJ Level testing that requires 5 rounds.
Do you have someone in my area who can install your BRS?
We have a network of qualified dealers across the country that can install our BRS system. We also have our manufacturing near San Antonio that can produce the ready to install BRS glass panels that can be retrofitted into existing framing by a local glass company. Unfortunately, sometimes the process for determining if our system will fit into an existing glazing system, may take some time, and an on site survey. There are many different glazing/glass configurations over the years, so an on site survey is usually the best way to get started. Please contact us to initiate a survey.
How much does your product cost?
We have several options available, depending on the need. It is important to note that C‑Bond Secure is a nanotechnology glass strengthening solution, and is the base of the solutions that we offer. It is what sets us apart from our competition. No other competitor strengthens the base glass before applying a film product. Our film products are sourced and are competitive with other brands, but are certified and tested by C‑Bond Systems in conjunction with our Secure/BRS solutions. Our systems are also warranted by C‑Bond Systems and must be professionally installed. We do have proprietary pricing in place for professional installers, but on the retail side, pricing for forced entry protection can range from $20 to $40 per sqft, and on the bullet resistant side, anywhere from $140 to $250 per sqft. Please contact us for more information.