3M Cooling Films
Passive Cooling for Fleets, Rail, and Transportation Vehicles
3M Cooling Films are glossy white, yet highly reflective, performance films that keep vehicle interiors cooler, helping protect drivers, passengers, and temperature-sensitive cargo from heat buildup. They require no additional power and install like standard graphic films, so they fit right into an installer's existing workflow.
At a Glance
Up to 10°F Cooler
Reduces interior vehicle temperatures by up to 10°F
85%+ Solar Reflectivity
Reflects more than 85% of incoming solar energy
No Added Power
Passive cooling, no batteries or wiring required
Low Maintenance
Resists dirt, chemicals, and wear
5-Year
Warranty
Backed by 3M’s MCS Warranty
How 3M Cooling Films Work
Applied to a vehicle’s roof, 3M Cooling Films reflect more than 85% of solar radiation before it becomes heat, then release any heat that is absorbed back into the atmosphere. That combination creates passive cooling that doesn’t draw on a vehicle’s power system.
3M Cooling Films install using 3M Comply and Controltac adhesive technologies, the same adhesives used in many 3M graphic films, for a bubble-free, dry application. A durable hard coat resists dirt, chemicals, UV exposure, and temperature cycling, helping the films hold onto their reflectivity for years.
Common Applications of 3M Cooling Films
Last-Mile and Delivery Fleets
Frequent stops and slow-moving routes limit airflow, and cargo areas without air conditioning heat up fast. 3M Cooling Films reduce cargo temperatures and help improve electric vehicle range as well as miles per gallon for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles.
Refrigerated and Temperature-Sensitive Cargo Fleets
Less heat hitting the roof means less work for onboard refrigeration and HVAC systems. That can ease cooling demand and help protect cargo that is sensitive to temperature swings.
Rail and Transit
Applied to railcar roofs, 3M Cooling Films help improve passenger comfort, may reduce or eliminate the need for additional insulation, and produce fewer VOCs than a repaint. They also hold up to rail operating conditions with minimal cleaning needed.
Municipal, School, and Government Fleets
Buses and service vehicles sit in direct sun for hours at a time. 3M Cooling Films add passive heat relief without new equipment or added operating cost, and they can go on during a scheduled graphics or wrap job for minimal downtime.
Other Applications
Beyond Vehicles
3M Cooling Films are also suited to commercial refrigeration and HVAC units, outdoor electrical enclosures, and mobile energy units that face the same heat exposure in the field as fleet vehicles.
Why We Recommend 3M Cooling Films
If your client is dealing with heat buildup in fleet, rail, or transportation vehicles and wants a passive solution that doesn't add operational cost, complexity, or power draw, 3M Cooling Films are a great option.
A Simple Answer to Heat
Gives fleet and transportation clients a way to address heat buildup without batteries, wiring, or added power requirements. Installation is also quick, keeping downtime to a minimum.
An Easy Cross-Sell
It’s a natural add-on for fleet clients scheduled for tint, graphics, or wrap work, increasing the value of a job you already booked.
Familiar Installation
Installs like a standard graphic film using 3M Comply and Controltac adhesive technologies, so any qualified vinyl wrap installer can apply it without new equipment or additional training.
3M Cooling Films Case Study
Electric last-mile delivery vehicles in Phoenix, Arizona
Cargo temperatures inside electric delivery vans can top 130°F in Phoenix summers. Here’s what a year-long fleet trial found when 3M Cooling Film was applied to the roof.
Reduced cargo-area temperatures by an average of 5.3°F during active delivery hours and by up to 10.3°F during peak August heat
Preserved 23 to 43 miles of usable EV range over a typical five-hour delivery period
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Product Information
Film Construction | PVC |
Film Color | White, opaque |
Film Thickness | Film and adhesive: 6 to 7 mils |
Solar Reflectivity | 85% |
Emissivity | 91% |
Adhesive Type | 3M Controltac with 3M Comply Cv3 air release channels, dry application |
Warranty | 5 Years (3M MCS Warranty) |
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