Standing screen display size | 17 Inches |
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Wireless Type | 54g |
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3M Frameless Blackout Privacy Filter For 17" Widescreen Laptop, 16:10 Aspect Ratio
- Secure data
- Privacy monitor
- Privacy notebook
- Two easy on, easy off attachment systems, filter stays in place when notebook is closed
- PF170W1B.Item height: 0.021 inches.Item length: 17.08 inches.3M microlouver privacy technology provides privacy screen protection for sensitive data..Reversible glossy or matte screen finish. Matte screen finish reduces discomfort from screen glare..Two easy on, easy off attachment systems. Simple to remove for easy screen sharing..Desktop monitor user working in sensitive areas. Open plan offices, open reception areas.
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Technical Details
Brand | 3M |
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Series | PF170W1B |
Item model number | PF170W1B |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Item Weight | 9.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 17.08 x 14.47 x 0.02 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 17.08 x 14.47 x 0.02 inches |
Color | Black |
Manufacturer | 3M DATA PRODUCTS |
Language | English |
ASIN | B000CATRNY |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 21, 2017 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #110,792 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #725 in Laptop Screen Filters |
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3M Privacy Products
Featuring microlouver technology pioneered, designed and optimized by 3M to 'black out' side views so you see your screen clearly while visual hackers are left in the dark.
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Price | — | — | $47.75$47.75 | — | $56.98$56.98 | $30.35$30.35 |
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Attachment Options
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COMPLY Attachment SystemThe COMPLY Attachment System makes sharing your laptop screen faster and easier than ever. The durable hinged design withstands the rigors of daily use. And the proprietary adhesive holds the privacy filter in place, but comes off cleanly when needed. |
Slide Mount TabsSlide mount tabs attach onto the device bezel bordering your display and stay in place, allowing you to slide the filter on and off the screen as needed. |
Attachment StripsIdeal for displays with edge-to-edge glass, optically clear attachment strips are applied directly onto the filter before attaching to the device screen. Washable and removable, attachment strips allow for easy filter removal, cleaning and reattachment. |
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Product Description
Product Description
3M Privacy Filters keep confidential information private. Only persons directly in front of the monitor can see the image on screen; others on either side of them see a darkened screen.
From the Manufacturer
From the Manufacturer
3M™ Privacy Filters for laptops and netbooks are the perfect fit for people who want to keep their private data out of sight. They share the same patented microlouver technology used in 3M™ Frameless LCD and Framed LCD Filters, blocking the view of curious onlookers without diminishing yours. So you can enjoy peace of mind using your laptop or netbook in close quarters or high traffic areas. Plus, easy-on, easy-off 3M™ Privacy Filters are the convenient way to create a barrier between your fragile LCD screen and inevitable scuffs and scratches. And like the stylish new 3M™ GOLD Privacy Filters, they don’t rely on blurring or distorting images to guard your privacy. So they go a long way in protecting your eyes. Simply size up your screen and scroll the model list above. Then confidently take your digital life with you, wherever life takes you. Even better, all 3M Privacy Filters are backed by a one-year warranty.
To ensure proper fit, measure the viewable height and width of your laptop screen. (Do not include the screen frame in your measurement.) Then, choose the filter size that matches your exact measurements, or slightly smaller.
Measure Twice. Order Once.
Even if you have a pretty good idea what screen size and aspect ratio your laptop or netbook boasts, it’s best to pull out the ruler. By ordering the 3M™ Privacy Filter that is a perfect fit for your widescreen or standard laptop or netbook, you’ll save time and money by avoiding the hassle of returns and exchanges. See the measuring instructions diagram to determine your perfect fit from the model list above.
It's a matter of perspective.
Whether it’s staying compliant for work or keeping family photos to yourself, privacy is central to everything you do. 3M™ Privacy Filters create a 30-degree cone of vision so on-screen data is visible only to those directly in front of your screen.
Microlouver technology exclusive to 3M™ Privacy Filters and Films creates an invisible 60-degree “safe area” where on-screen data is visible only to those directly in front of the monitor—without blurring or distorting.
Fear no train commute, plane seat, park bench, cubicle farm or coffee house. No matter where you are or what digital device you have, 3M™ Privacy Filters prevent others from crowding your personal space or perusing your digital life.
Covering all the angles.
Your laptop or netbook screen is an open window to your personal and business affairs. But what about your mobile device or desktop? Whether you login at work or home, in a bustling coffee shop or busy airport, 3M Privacy Filters and Films are designed to deliver peace of mind in any setting.
A deeper understanding.
How do 3M™ Privacy Filters protect your on-screen information while making it privy to your eyes only? Patented 3M™ Advanced Light Control Film (ALCF) technology contains closely spaced black microlouvers positioned to 1-degree precision, with over a dozen louvers per millimeter evenly distributed across the screen. It’s a mini Venetian blind with no strings attached.
Microlouvers just one-fifth the width of a human hair simulate tiny Venetian blinds to shield out curious glances toward your screen while directing onscreen data to the user’s viewing area.
Easy-on, easy-off attachment system makes 3M™ Privacy Filters the perfect fit for laptop and netbook users on the go.
Scuff happens.
Today's laptop and netbook screens are brighter and easier to view. But fragile LCD surfaces are easier to scratch, scuff, smudge or damage, making it difficult to view your data. And repairs can be costly and time-consuming. 3M™ Privacy Filters provide your laptop or netbook extra protection against everyday use the moment you place it on your screen. Have a mobile device with a screen worth protecting? Check out 3M™ Mobile Privacy Films .
Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
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Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers like the performance of the screen protector. For example, they mention that it works well, the filter itself works as expected, and the screen works great. That said, some complain about the brightness. Opinions are mixed on the adhesive, readability, size, and value.
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Customers like the performance of the computer component. They say it works well, even at brighter settings, and the filter itself works as expected. The screen works great, and it works OK outside most of the time. Overall, customers find it to be an excellent product.
"...finger (like when zooming and adjusting the size of an image) and it worked great...." Read more
"...I am using it on a 2nd gen (late 2010) MacBook Air 13" and it works fine...." Read more
"...the first one I have bought for my Lenovo X230 work laptop and it works really well...." Read more
"...So I can't even return it.All in all, very disappointed. This is a 14" filter, it only comes in one screen ratio...." Read more
Customers like the privacy filter of the computer component. They say it's very effective, provides an extra degree of privacy, and is sufficient to protect their privacy. Some say that the glossy side does a nice job of cutting glare.
"...It provided the privacy features to the tablet while also allowing me to use touch screen controls...." Read more
"...That said, I am satisfied with the filter. I am using it on a 2nd gen (late 2010) MacBook Air 13" and it works fine...." Read more
"...This privacy screen is very effective for what it is supposed to do - give you privacy...." Read more
"...As an anti-glare filter I'd rate it a 2. It does reduce glare some in bright light situations, but is probably not useful enough overall to me to be..." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the computer component easy. They mention that the holding tabs are easy to install and the screen fits their laptop perfectly. Some say that the product is relatively easy to adhere and stays on pretty well. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of installation.
"...Function: The screen was easy to apply with the provided adhesive strips (2 for my screen)...." Read more
"...4/5 stars. Incredibly easy to use, feels like a quality product, perfect fitment for my MBA...." Read more
"...Installation was very straightforward. As I mentioned, I used the adhesive strips, not the tabs. Mounting instructions are very clear...." Read more
"...product, come in very nice, 'envelope' style packaging with easy to read instructions.Cons..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the size of the filter. Some say it fits perfectly on their screen, while others say it's too big for their laptop. Some customers also mention that the filter doesn't fit the full length of their computer's screen.
"...Fit: This product fits exactly as described. I applied the filter with its adhesive strips carefully to my LCD...." Read more
"...without measuring anything, and when I received it, it was the wrong size...." Read more
"It fits my laptop screen perfectly. Just as the description suggests, people who are not directly in front of the screen will see a black screen...." Read more
"...On a desktop as I have mine, it feels a bit wide.So I am keeping my filters, no buyers regrets.Good luck." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the computer component. Some mention it's well worth its price, while others say it'd be ridiculous for a sheet of plastic.
"...For what you get (a filter and some plastic tabs) it seems overpriced...." Read more
"...It is well worth its price." Read more
"...I'm not giving five stars, because it has a few drawbacks and it is expensive." Read more
"...$50 is expensive for a sheet of plastic, but I really do think it's worth it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the readability of the screen protector. Some mention that it's easily viewable, while others say that it makes their laptop screen unreadable to anybody not sitting directly. Some say that the screen is still very readable, while other say that there's a half-moon of visible screen.
"...your screen brightness to about 50% and it would be nearly impossible to read text and very difficult to distinguish any graphics...." Read more
"...distracting when working at the edges of the screen but not overly obtrusive and do not at all interfere with my ability to actually see anything on..." Read more
"...It's slightly visible in your top toolbar and is not a big deal for me but it may be if you're very picky...." Read more
"...The screen is kinda sorta readable at deep angles with the brightness cranked up, especially for large text. So it's not perfect...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the adhesive. Some mention it comes with adhesive strips that can be affixed to the screen and also plastic. The tape keeps the film in place and is almost unnoticeable. However, some customers say that the strips stuck to their display after removing the product. They also say that some of the adhesive on the little pieces of plastic used to hold the screen in place is not sticky.
"...In addition, one of the adhesive strips stuck to my display after removing the screen during a reapplication I attempted in order to get a good seal..." Read more
"...It comes with an extra strip if you happen to bungle one. The screen has both a glare and anti-glare side, allowing you to select your preference...." Read more
"...The screen kept sticking to my high gloss screen in patches that basically looked like air bubbles under a sticky screen cover, except the screen is..." Read more
"...There are durable adhesive tabs (not two-sided tape or anything) that hold it in place and I just leave the screen on my laptop all the time - I..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the brightness of the screen cover. They say that it darkens the screen a bit and provides a little more glare if you have lighting. Some customers also mention that the screen is not particularly bright, so they cannot use the filter.
"...More than an airplane seat away and the screen appears nearly black...." Read more
"...it will darken the screen a bit, increasing brightness will do the trick but will use more battery" Read more
"...though it only reduced glare, not eliminated it, and (c) it subdued the colors too much to make it very useful for photo editing...." Read more
"...It does darken the screen slightly, but that doesn't bother me at all...." Read more
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Shipping: The screen came in a typical product envelope, enclosed in a padded shipping envelope so it was in perfect condition on opening.
Function: The screen was easy to apply with the provided adhesive strips (2 for my screen). It comes with an extra strip if you happen to bungle one. The screen has both a glare and anti-glare side, allowing you to select your preference. Although I opted for the non-glare side, one feature of the glare side is it makes it even harder for others to see your screen in bright light conditions because of reflected objects. The glare side does not seem to impact straight on viewing (at least in fluorescent lighting conditions - I did not test it outdoors). Straight on viewing is just fine with privacy effects coming immediately as you move to the side (30 degrees or so). If your system is at it's default brightness, the screen will appear considerably darker for straight on viewing. Adjusting the brightness on my laptop made the text/graphics stand out as normal with no loss of privacy from the sides as mentioned above.
Fit: This product fits exactly as described. I applied the filter with its adhesive strips carefully to my LCD. It covers the entire display with just the slightest edge of the LCD visible. It is almost a perfect fit. I'm glad for that little bit of space however because it allowed me to get the screen in position next to the LCD framing despite my large fingers. There is a small fingertip cutout at the top edge which gives you room to pull the filter off if you need to adjust it. You can slip a fingernail behind the screen and gently pull it away - no hunting for sharp, thin-bladed objects to peel it away.
Overall, I am very pleased with this product. It is exactly as described and completely met my expectations.
That said, I am satisfied with the filter. I am using it on a 2nd gen (late 2010) MacBook Air 13" and it works fine. I've read this model doesn't work on the latest 2011 MBA models due to a different screen.
At maximum brightness on my MBA a person sitting next to you on an airplane certainly could read your screen if they so desired (at least one half of it, text is unreadable on the half that's furthest from their view). However, simply decrease your screen brightness to about 50% and it would be nearly impossible to read text and very difficult to distinguish any graphics. More than an airplane seat away and the screen appears nearly black. Viewing the screen straight on is not too hard on the eyes, but there is a slight interlaced pattern on my MBA. Don't expect to retain the same crisp screen quality that you had without a filter... but I imagine most people use these for writing private documents occasionally and aren't graphic designers.
Also, it's not obvious in the picture, but the filter has a small \______/ shaped notch at the top, this allows you to put a fingernail between the screen and filter to slide it off more easily, but about a 1.5x0.5cm notch at the very top of your screen will not be covered by the filter. This isn't an issue for me, as my toolbar is the only thing visible there, but I don't remember anything in the description about this.
To attach the filter it comes with two approximately 4 x 3/8" clear adhesive pieces of a plastic, and six approximately 1 x 3/8" pieces. You attach these in whatever configuration you'd like to the edges of your screen, and the filter slides between these pieces and the screen. I used the two long ones on either side and the filter easily slides and stays against my screen. However, at least on my MBA, I could get away without any of these pieces and just sit the filter in the recess of the screen. It would fall out if I close the lid, but for only occasional use, that might be fine.
4/5 stars. Incredibly easy to use, feels like a quality product, perfect fitment for my MBA. Would get 5 stars if I could keep my screen at full brightness and maintain a very narrow viewing angle.. but since I don't have much experience with privacy filters, I'm not sure this is possible.
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Nota adicional experiencia personal: Cuando la coloquen asegúrense que la pestaña media luna que está en el protector mismo de la pantalla quede hacia arriba, de hecho en la publicación del vendedor se ve que debe ir así, es algo notorio así que no lo perderían de vista, el protector tiene un tipo número serie tatuada en la esquina derecha así es como te das cuenta que el lado que estás viendo es el frente, ahora cuando pongan las cejitas que sujetan el protector lo que van a quitar es las que son de color blanco, y las pegan del lado de enfrente, coincidiendo con el marco del protector, ahora las que son de color negro van hacia el marco de la pantalla de la laptop y como les mencioné que encaja de forma perfecta para la de 14" y recuerden poner la cejita de media luna que trae pegamento casi hasta abajo del lado derecho y listo así estará en modo móvil el protector, la laptop de mi padre es de su trabajo por eso se seleccionó ese modo, si hubiera sido su equipo personal habríamos puesto la permanente, porque el kit también incluye unas tiras de color azul que se fijan en todo el marco para fijarse "permanentemente"
también resaltó que el pegamento es muy bueno y con la telita que te incluyen puedes borrar las huellas sin ningún problema, aunque el manual que trae lo explica de forma sencilla puede que a algunos se les complique por eso compartí la forma como la coloque, pero con las imágenes que también anexe verán como se ve hermosa adquieranlo les será muy útil a su vista y mantendrán la privacidad 😎👌🏼
Reviewed in Mexico on November 5, 2021
Nota adicional experiencia personal: Cuando la coloquen asegúrense que la pestaña media luna que está en el protector mismo de la pantalla quede hacia arriba, de hecho en la publicación del vendedor se ve que debe ir así, es algo notorio así que no lo perderían de vista, el protector tiene un tipo número serie tatuada en la esquina derecha así es como te das cuenta que el lado que estás viendo es el frente, ahora cuando pongan las cejitas que sujetan el protector lo que van a quitar es las que son de color blanco, y las pegan del lado de enfrente, coincidiendo con el marco del protector, ahora las que son de color negro van hacia el marco de la pantalla de la laptop y como les mencioné que encaja de forma perfecta para la de 14" y recuerden poner la cejita de media luna que trae pegamento casi hasta abajo del lado derecho y listo así estará en modo móvil el protector, la laptop de mi padre es de su trabajo por eso se seleccionó ese modo, si hubiera sido su equipo personal habríamos puesto la permanente, porque el kit también incluye unas tiras de color azul que se fijan en todo el marco para fijarse "permanentemente"
también resaltó que el pegamento es muy bueno y con la telita que te incluyen puedes borrar las huellas sin ningún problema, aunque el manual que trae lo explica de forma sencilla puede que a algunos se les complique por eso compartí la forma como la coloque, pero con las imágenes que también anexe verán como se ve hermosa adquieranlo les será muy útil a su vista y mantendrán la privacidad 😎👌🏼