Developed by Defcon Films Australia
PPF BRANDS COMPARISON
A working framework for comparing 3M, SunTek, STEK and Defcon.
Six Rows Every Brand
Comparison Needs
Whether the sheet says 3M, SunTek, STEK or anything else, the comparison rows stay the same: base material, thickness, self-healing spec, UV testing, warranty procedure and local support. Fill the rows from each brand's published documents.
Defcon's row is on this site in full: aliphatic TPU, 190 microns ±10%, 13-micron self-heal, ARPANSA-tested UV, warranties by line up to 12 years, and support from the Australian team that sells the film.
Where Comparisons
Go Wrong
Brand-name gravity substitutes for spec reading, and warranty headlines get compared without the claims procedure behind them. A 10-year headline with no serialisation is a different product from a 10-year cover with roll-level authentication.
Defcon registers every roll and installation through the e-Warranty, which is the difference between a promise and a record.
The Cheapest Way
To Compare
Order the free sample roll and run your own bench test: no rep in the room, no slides, just film against film in your bay.
If the numbers hold, the trade login shows the pricing side of the table.
Film Construction
& Testing
The gloss PPF lines are built on aliphatic TPU at a total thickness of 190 microns ±10%, about 7.5 mils, with single-point puncture resistance close to 10 kg and a 13-micron self-healing top coat that repairs minor scratches under heat.
UV protection is lab tested by ARPANSA, the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency, with an adhesive tuned for repositioning during install. These are the numbers customers ask about. Quote them straight from this page. The film stretches over curves and contours without lifting, and the easy-tack adhesive slides during positioning then grips once placed, which shortens installation time on complex panels. Weighing a specific switch? See XPEL alternative Australia.
Warranty
By Film Line
Each film line carries its own limited warranty: 12 years on Defcon ONE, 10 years on Glanz and Frozen PPF, 7 years on Spectra colour PPF, 3 years on Crystal Shield and FleetArmour, and a lifetime limited warranty on CoolVue window tint, always under normal use and proper installation. Full terms are on the warranty page.
Every roll and installation is registered through the e-Warranty system. Registration is completed within 7 days of the customer invoice, cover applies to film installed on OEM paintwork by an authorised Defcon installer, and the warranty transfers to subsequent vehicle owners while a valid e-Warranty record exists.
Claims follow a defined procedure: the invoice, the e-Warranty registration, vehicle details and photos or video of the affected area. Abnormal or premature yellowing is treated as a manufacturing defect and covered, unauthorised resale voids cover, and the warranty is governed by Victorian law.
Trade Pricing &
Sample Rolls
Wholesale pricing sits behind the trade login, so your buy rates stay confidential. There are no public price lists to undercut the margin you charge your own customers.
Before committing to full rolls, request a free sample roll and run it through your own installation process, or order the Defcon Practice Pack to train on real film without touching customer stock.
FAQ
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Can I test the film before ordering?
Yes. Request a free sample roll and run it through your own installation process, or order the Defcon Practice Pack to train on real film before touching customer stock.
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How do I open a trade account?
Get in touch through our contact page and our team sets up your trade account, activating wholesale pricing on your login. Once approved, you order through the online shop and stock is dispatched Australia-wide. Your buy rates never appear on the public site or in front of your customers.
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Will the film yellow over time?
Defcon ONE is backed by a 12-year warranty against yellowing, and abnormal or premature yellowing is treated as a manufacturing defect under warranty. Proper care maintains clarity through the film's lifespan.
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How long does the film last?
Defcon ONE carries a 12-year warranty and Glanz a 10-year warranty covering yellowing, staining, bubbling, peeling and cracking, so the film you sell is warranted for close to the ownership life of most vehicles.
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How deep a scratch will the film self-heal?
The self-healing clear coat is about 13 microns thick. Scratches contained in that layer repair with heat from sunlight or warm water. Anything that cuts through the clear coat is permanent, and that section should be replaced.
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Do you offer support in Chinese?
Yes. Bilingual consultation in English and Chinese is available through our WeChat channel, covering product selection, ordering and technical questions. 我们提供中英双语咨询。
Developed by Defcon Films Australia
Every Defcon film is built for Australian conditions: materials selected globally, proven on local roads, and made to install well.
