Kodak Demonstrates Power of New Transparent Conductive Films with Multi-Touch Technology

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Azoteq selected the Kodak PEDOT film for touch screens and trackpads because it offers high transmissivity and the ability to be formed into unique sensors,” Dr. Frederick Bruwer, Azoteq CEO said

Austin, TX (PRWEB) January 31, 2013

The Commercial Films Group of Eastman Kodak Company and Azoteq – a world leader in capacitive proximity solutions – have announced a breakthrough capacitive touch screen technology that incorporates a new two-sided transparent conductive film manufactured by Kodak and a touch screen controller manufactured by Azoteq for use in a variety of touch screen and signage applications.

The transparent touch screen sensor utilitizes Kodak’s PEDOT conductive polymer film, marking a change in the way touch screen displays for handsets and tablet devices are manufactured. The Azoteq IQS550 Capacitive Touch Screen Controller is the first touch controller capable of interfacing with PEDOT sensors.

"Azoteq selected the Kodak PEDOT film for touch screens and trackpads because it offers high transmissivity and the ability to be formed into unique sensors,” Dr. Frederick Bruwer, Azoteq CEO said. “In addition the patterning is completely invisible to the naked eye and can be manufactured as a two-sided sensor that significantly reduces cost.”

“The IQS550 platform represents a milestone in flexibility for Azoteq,” added, Dr. Frederick Bruwer. “Azoteq will offer the IQS550 Touch Screen Controller as the first configuration with other products from the same platform coming to market shortly.”

The transparent projected capacitive sensor used with the IQS550 is constructed with Kodak HCF-225 Film/ESTAR™ Base and features conductive layers on each side of the film – to save on both thickness and cost.

For the past year, Kodak has been working with the Conductive Polymers Division of Heraeus Precious Metals GmbH & Co. KG, producer of Clevios™ PEDOT:PSS, and the Functional Printing Division of GSI Technologies to create technologically advanced transparent conductive films featuring completely invisible patterns.

"Azoteq selected the Kodak PEDOT film for touch screens and trackpads because it offers high transmissivity and the ability to be formed into unique sensors,” Dr. Frederick Bruwer, Azoteq CEO said. “In addition the patterning is completely invisible to the naked eye and can be manufactured as a two-sided sensor that significantly reduces cost.”
“The IQS550 platform represents a milestone in flexibility for Azoteq,” added Dr. Bruwer. “Azoteq will offer the IQS550 Touch Screen Controller as the first configuration with other products from the same platform coming to market shortly.”

“Printed electronics is a developing capability that will provide new possibilities for device makers like Azoteq,” said Tom Brennan, Product Line Manager, Aerial & Industrial Markets for Kodak. “The superior flexibility and durability of the PEDOT-based films are a great example of how new technology will expand the world of printed electronics.”
Dr Ron Lubianez, Global Sales Manager at Heraeus commented: “optimized Clevios™ highly conductive polymers have permitted new applications in touch technologies that were unthinkable only a few years ago. Now printable and patternable technology is available at an economic price.”
The Azoteq IQS550 will be featured at the Flexible & Printed Electronics Conference and Exhibition (FlexTech Alliance) Phoenix, AZ., January 29 – February 1st (Heraeus Booth #35).
At FlexTech, Dr Lubianez, from Heraeus will also present at the conference, “Conductive Polymer Films and Invisible Patterning Techniques for Transparent Electrode Applications” during which the IQS550 Controller will be demonstrated.
The IQS550 can also be seen at the IPC APEX Expo, February 19-21st in San Diego, CA. (Kodak Booth #3040).

FURTHER INFORMATION:
Kodak: Thomas Brennan
Product Line Manager, Aerial & Industrial Markets