MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions Revolutionizes Automotive Interior Design: Introducing XtraFormTM 3D Matt

For a premium vehicle interior experience that is both softer to the touch and visually stunning, XtraForm 3D Matt, a low-gloss, deep-formable, hard coated polycarbonate film meets automotive designer needs. In response to the growing demand for interactive touch surfaces throughout vehicle interiors, XtraForm 3D Matt enables accurate and confident smart surface interaction for the user. This hard coated matt surface also provides improved interaction for slide controls, such as those for HVAC and interior lighting. 

Whether it is shaping intricate curves or withstanding daily wear and tear, XtraForm 3D Matt delivers unmatched performance and durability, meeting stringent automotive standards for reliability and longevity.

“XtraForm 3D Matt enables a real change in the look and feel of automotive interiors. For the first time, a matt hard coated film technology is now available providing stunning smart surfaces with all possible functionality and a truly differentiated haptic and aesthetic appeal. Our customers are delighted because there is already an established route to implementing this sophisticated new look using existing XtraForm processes and the XMAPP Technology supply chains." 

remarks Andy Childs, Product Manager at MacDermid Alpha. 

The matt surface feels luxurious to the touch and blends exceptionally with other softer interior materials. Visually, the first surface of XtraForm 3D Matt is inherently anti-glare which reduces distractions, while the second surface can be decorated in any color or pattern that the designer requires. This latest film also fully supports secret-til-lit and other smart surface features common to the XtraForm film insert molding (FIM) process. Unlike traditional gloss piano black finishes, XtraForm 3D Matt provides a consistent matt appearance that exudes luxury and modernity. 

Beyond the initial benefits, the surface is inherently ‘anti-fingerprint’ and therefore easy to clean. This ensures that interior surfaces do not mark easily and remain smudge-free even after repeated use, contributing to a premium interior experience. 

XtraForm 3D Matt is now available for integration into a wide range of automotive interior functional and trim components, including dashboards, door panels, steering wheels, and center consoles. Thicker gauge XtraForm Matt is also available for larger parts including full-width smart surfaces. 

For more information on howXtraForm 3D Matt can elevate your automotive interior design, please visit macdermidalpha.com or contact our experts.