Nexfil OnyVa IR90 — Arizona's Highest IR Rejection Nano-Ceramic Film

Q: What is Nexfil OnyVa IR90?

OnyVa IR90 is Nexfil USA’s flagship nano-ceramic architectural window film. It rejects 90% of infrared energy — among the highest IR rejection rates in the architectural film market — while remaining non-metallic, so it does not interfere with GPS, cellular, WiFi, or Bluetooth signals. OnyVa comes in five VLT levels from 5% to 70%, letting you pick the exact darkness while keeping the same 90% IR performance.

Q: Why does IR rejection matter more than VLT in Arizona?

VLT (visible light transmission) controls how dark the glass looks. IR rejection controls how much radiant heat reaches the inside of your home. In Arizona, where summer surface temperatures on west-facing glass exceed 180°F, IR rejection is the performance metric that actually reduces your AC load. OnyVa IR90 rejects 90% of that infrared load regardless of VLT — meaning a nearly-clear 70% VLT install delivers almost the same heat control as a 20% VLT install.

Q: Does OnyVa IR90 cause signal interference?

No. OnyVa IR90 is a non-metallic nano-ceramic film. Metallic solar films can block or weaken cellular, WiFi, GPS, and garage-door-opener signals because they contain a thin sputtered metal layer. OnyVa uses ceramic nanoparticles for IR rejection, so it passes RF signals without measurable interference. That matters on modern homes and offices full of connected devices.

Q: How does OnyVa IR90 compare to LLumar CTX and Hüper Optik Ceramic?

All three are professional nano-ceramic films with no signal interference. OnyVa IR90 and Hüper Optik Ceramic sit at the top of the IR-rejection spec sheet at 90% IR rejected. LLumar CTX is rated around 86% IR rejected on its highest-tier ceramic. At the wholesale level OnyVa is more affordable than Hüper Optik, which is why Arizona House of Film specifies it on cost-sensitive commercial jobs. Hüper Optik still leads on optical neutrality for ultra-premium residential. LLumar has the broadest NFRC rebate documentation library.

Q: Is OnyVa IR90 HOA-friendly for Arizona homes?

Yes — at the 35%, 50%, and 70% VLT levels it reads as nearly invisible from the exterior. Most Phoenix and Scottsdale HOAs approve neutral-appearance ceramic films without issue. We provide the Nexfil OnyVa spec sheet, VLT/reflectance data, and exterior appearance photos for HOA architectural review submissions. We have not had a properly submitted OnyVa 35–70% VLT application denied.

Nexfil OnyVa IR90 is the nano-ceramic architectural film we reach for when an Arizona homeowner or commercial client wants maximum heat rejection without darkening the glass. 90% infrared rejection at every VLT level, no metal layer, and a price point that makes it viable on projects where Hüper Optik or 3M Prestige blow the budget. This review covers what OnyVa IR90 actually is, how it compares to its real competitors, and where it fits in the Arizona climate. Arizona House of Film (ROC #314088) is an authorized Nexfil USA distributor and installer.

What 90% IR Rejection Actually Means

Infrared (IR) energy is the long-wavelength radiation you feel as heat when the sun hits your skin. Visible light (VLT) is what you see. In Arizona, IR is the number that matters:

IR rejection — directly reduces radiant heat load through the glass. A 90% IR-rejection film blocks nine out of every ten units of infrared energy before they reach your interior.
VLT — controls how dark the glass looks. A 50% VLT film is lightly tinted; a 20% VLT film is clearly darker. VLT does not directly map to heat rejection on modern ceramic films.
TSER (Total Solar Energy Rejected) — the overall solar energy rejection number that combines IR, UV, and visible light. OnyVa IR90 lands in the 58–68% TSER range depending on VLT level.

Here is why this matters in Phoenix: the difference between a 20% VLT OnyVa and a 70% VLT OnyVa is primarily visual. Both reject 90% of infrared. That means a homeowner who wants to keep the glass nearly clear for HOA or aesthetic reasons still gets almost the full heat-control benefit.

Why Non-Metallic Construction Matters

Older high-performance window films used a thin sputtered metal layer (aluminum, silver, stainless) to reject heat. Metal works — but it blocks or weakens RF signals. Homeowners who installed metallic film in the early 2010s routinely report cellular dead zones, weaker WiFi, and broken garage-door-opener range.

OnyVa IR90 is built on ceramic nanoparticles, not metal. That eliminates signal interference entirely — no dropped calls, no weakened WiFi, no GPS issues. For modern homes and offices full of connected devices, this is non-negotiable.

OnyVa IR90 VLT Options — Which to Choose for Arizona

OnyVa IR90 is offered in five VLT levels. Here is how we typically spec each one in Phoenix:

VLT	Appearance	Best Use
OnyVa IR90 05%	Dark — clearly tinted	West-facing commercial curtain wall, maximum privacy + heat
OnyVa IR90 20%	Medium tint	West/south residential, commercial storefront
OnyVa IR90 35%	Light tint — most HOAs approve	Most popular residential spec for Phoenix and Scottsdale
OnyVa IR90 50%	Near-clear — HOA-friendly	Luxury residential where appearance must stay neutral
OnyVa IR90 70%	Effectively invisible	Historic homes, architect-specified clarity, museums

OnyVa IR90 vs Lux IR80 — When to Upgrade

Nexfil's Lux IR80 is the value-tier nano-ceramic option. It rejects 80% of IR — still excellent, but ten points below OnyVa. In practice:

Lux IR80 — north- and east-facing glass, interior partitions, and moderate heat-load rooms. Value-tier ceramic.
OnyVa IR90 — west- and south-facing residential and commercial glass. The premium nano-ceramic where Arizona IR load is at its worst.

On a mixed-orientation home, we often spec Lux IR80 on north/east glass and OnyVa IR90 on west/south glass — best performance where it matters, controlled cost where it does not.

OnyVa IR90 vs LLumar CTX vs Hüper Optik Ceramic — Honest Comparison

All three are professional-grade nano-ceramic films. We install all three. Here is our honest comparison based on actual Arizona job costs and performance:

Spec	Nexfil OnyVa IR90	LLumar CTX 40	Hüper Optik Ceramic 40
IR rejection	90%	~86%	~94%
UV rejection	99%	99%	99%
Signal interference	None	None	None
VLT range available	5/20/35/50/70	15/30/40/50/70	30/40/50/70
NFRC rebate documentation	Good	Excellent (broadest)	Excellent
Relative install cost	$	$	$$

Our take: OnyVa IR90 is the best price-to-performance ratio on the Arizona market right now. Hüper Optik still leads on ultra-premium optical clarity for high-end residential. LLumar CTX has the broadest rebate paperwork library and is our default when the rebate program requires NFRC docs that OnyVa does not yet ship with.

HOA-Friendly Options: 35% and 50% VLT

Most Phoenix and Scottsdale HOAs approve OnyVa IR90 at 35% and 50% VLT without requiring an architectural modification hearing because the exterior appearance stays neutral. For communities with stricter VLT minimums (some DC Ranch, Silverleaf, and Desert Mountain villages), 70% VLT OnyVa passes even the tightest reviews — and still delivers 90% IR rejection.

Arizona House of Film as Authorized Nexfil Distributor

We stock OnyVa IR90 at our Phoenix warehouse in the highest-volume VLT levels for same-week install. Specialty SKUs ship from Nexfil USA's Gardena, California warehouse in 1–2 weeks. Every OnyVa install is performed by our W-2 crews under ROC #314088 and registered with the Nexfil manufacturer warranty.

Full catalog details on the Nexfil brand page. For heat-rejection strategy specifically, see our energy-saving window film guide and the best window film for Arizona heat 2026 post.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nexfil OnyVa IR90?

Nexfil USA's flagship non-metallic nano-ceramic film — 90% IR rejection at every VLT level (05/20/35/50/70). No signal interference. Among the highest IR-rejection architectural films on the market.

Why does IR rejection matter more than VLT in Arizona?

IR is the radiant heat your AC has to fight. A clear 70% VLT OnyVa rejects the same 90% IR as a dark 20% VLT OnyVa — meaning you can keep the glass looking clear and still get the heat control.

Does OnyVa IR90 cause signal interference?

No. Ceramic nanoparticle construction, no metal layer. Cellular, WiFi, GPS, and garage-door-opener signals pass through unaffected.

How does OnyVa IR90 compare to LLumar CTX and Hüper Optik Ceramic?

OnyVa and Hüper Optik both sit at the top of IR rejection (90% / ~94%). LLumar CTX is close behind at ~86%. OnyVa leads on price-to-performance. Hüper Optik leads on ultra-premium optical clarity. LLumar leads on rebate documentation.

Is OnyVa IR90 HOA-friendly for Arizona homes?

At 35%, 50%, and 70% VLT it reads as nearly invisible and is approved by virtually every Phoenix and Scottsdale HOA we have worked with. We provide spec sheets and appearance photos for HOA architectural review.

Get an OnyVa IR90 Install Quote in Phoenix

Arizona House of Film is an authorized Nexfil USA distributor and installer. Free on-site estimates across Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, and the broader metro. ROC #314088. Request your quote or call (480) 788-1591.

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