Versatile touch glass for engaging interactive displays

Touch glass [Touchglass]

Curved touch glass by VisualPlanet
A man using a touch glass interactive table
A woman using a touch glass interactive vending machine
Diagram of how to assemble touch glass and touch foil from VisualPlanet
A PCAP foil before being applied to touch glass

Projected capacitive (PCAP) touch glass allows you to create provides bespoke, interactive experiences. Choose from flat or curved glass in the best size for you. VisualPlanet’s TouchglassTM is ideal for indoor and outdoor touch screens in commercial, public and industrial environments.

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Touch glass delivers an engaging, interactive experience

Projected capacitive touch glass is the ideal touch screen solution for all environments. VisualPlanet’s TouchglassTM offers a number of benefits:

  • Custom options: Choose the exact size you need, from a 15-inch screen for ticket machines to large screens for interactive retail displays. VisualPlanet can provide glass lamination and printing according to your specifications.
  • Curved or flat glass: VisualPlanet works with leading glass manufacturers to provide curved glass for use with the latest LCD screens. Curved touch screens create the most prominent interactive displays that attract customers and generate revenue: ideal for gaming machines.
  • Toughened: PCAP touch glass screens can be up to 10 millimetres thick. Toughened glass protects the LCD screen from damage. VisualPlanet’s TouchglassTM is ideal for vandal-proof touch screens in public environments, such as self-service kiosks, wayfinding and outdoor digital signage.
  • Weatherproof: VisualPlanet’s PCAP glass and sensors work in heavy rain and from -10°C to +60°C. VisualPlanet provides anti-glare glass for sunlight readable touch screens. You benefit from maximum utilisation of your interactive screen in all weather.
  • Dual touch or multi-touch: Choose the dual touch option for displays that respond to two touches at the same time. Choose the multi-touch option for screens that respond to 32 touches. Multi-touch screens allow you to create the most engaging interactive experiences that fully engage customers with your brand.
  • Reliable: VisualPlanet’s PCAP foil laminates to the back of the glass screen, so it doesn’t degrade through frequent use. TouchglassTM can be used for dustproof and waterproof enclosures up to IP68, making it suitable for industrial touch screens. Your display will have a long, reliable life for the maximum return on investment.

Versatile touch glass for all environments

VisualPlanet’s TouchglassTM is suitable for a range of indoor and outdoor touch screens:

  • Gaming machines
  • Interactive vending machines
  • Self-service kiosks and wayfinding
  • Interactive digital signage
  • Self-service ticket machines
  • Interactive shop windows
  • Industrial touch screens

VisualPlanet has over 15 years’ experience manufacturing PCAP technology. As the originator of the touch foil format, the company has industry-leading expertise and can provide the ultimate touch screen solution for you. VisualPlanet’s products come with a two-year warranty and outstanding customer support.

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TouchglassTM technical specifications

Detection method Projected Capacitive using a 10-micrometre copper sensing array.
Sizes

15 to 85 inches (larger available on request).

Glass thickness 2 millimetres to 10 millimetres. Glass thicker than 10 millimetres is available on request.
Number of touches

Multi-touch: 32 as standard. Up to 40 available on request.

Dual touch: 2.
Speed of response 6 to 8 milliseconds.
Controller board USB controller board. Specification depends on size of foil.
Operational temperature range -10°C to +60°C.
Humidity

95% at +60°C.

Transmittance 87.8%.
Clarity 98.6%.
Haze 2.23%.

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