Lighting Systems
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Automotive lighting technology can transform the mobility experience from the inside, out – for fuel-based and electric vehicles. It can impact mood, enable smart features and futuristic design and play a crucial role in road safety. Automotive lighting systems are critical for helping drivers see their surroundings clearly while ensuring others see them.
As trends in intelligent mobility and energy efficiency drive innovation, the demand for processability, durability, and sustainability of materials rises. Dow is leading this evolution with technologies like SILASTIC™ Moldable Optical Silicones, helping to shape a smarter, more sustainable future for automotive lighting.
Watch the video to learn how Dow is designing a brighter future with Adaptive Driving Beam headlamp technology.
Lighting Systems
For a better driver experience and safer roadways, check out our full portfolio of lighting systems solutions to find one that matches your needs.
Get unprecedented design freedom offered by SILASTIC™️
With the unmatched characteristics and performance of SILASTIC ™ Moldable Optical Silicones, you can imagine - and create - the newest, brightest LED lighting innovations. Innovative designs, not currently feasible with optical plastics and glass, are now possible.
Outstanding physical and optical performance in demanding environments, including high heat, high humidity and UV exposure.
Flexibility and mold replication allow for complex optical shapes, fine surface features and integrated mechanical features not possible with traditional plastics.
Proven processing performance enables high throughput and less downtime with low stress on mold tools.
Lighter than glass and other optical materials, enabling light-weighting vehicles.
Resistant to scratches, cracks, vibrations and other damage that may limit traditional materials.
Excellent optical properties with non-yellowing performance - delivering higher lumen density, low haze and scatter and long-term performance.
Explore more about Dow’s lighting system solutions
Browse our useful resources and selection guides if you need help finding the best solution for your toughest design challenges.
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