- Description
- Specifications
15.6-Inch Computer Privacy Screen with Microlouver Technology, Anti-Glare Matte Finish, and Blue Light Reduction for 16:9 Widescreen Laptops
The 3M PF156W9B is a standard privacy filter for 15.6-inch laptops with a 16:9 aspect ratio. The filter blacks out the display from side views beyond a 60-degree angle using 3M's microlouver technology, preventing shoulder surfing and side-angle data exposure on the most common laptop screen size. The PF156W9B fits a 13.57 in. x 7.64 in. viewing area and includes both COMPLY Flip Attach and adhesive strip mounting options. The matte-finish privacy screen reduces glare and fingerprint visibility while providing blue light reduction to lower eye strain during extended work sessions.
The PF156W9B features a matte surface on both sides for consistent glare reduction in any orientation. The 15.6-inch 16:9 format covers the widest range of business and consumer laptops without requiring device-specific sizing. The COMPLY Flip Attach lets you swing the filter up for presentations and screen sharing, then snap it back into privacy mode in seconds. Scratch-resistant and fingerprint-resistant construction handles daily transport in laptop bags, and the filter works with 2-in-1 notebook form factors. Made in the USA with a 1-year limited warranty.
Where the PF156W9B Fits
- Business travel and public spaces where the 15.6-inch laptop's larger display makes on-screen content visible to a wider viewing angle in airports, trains, hotel lobbies, and coffee shops
- Open-plan offices and coworking spaces where the 15.6-inch screen's size advantage also makes it easier for nearby colleagues and passersby to read sensitive documents, email, and financial data
- Healthcare and finance fieldwork where HIPAA, PCI, and other compliance frameworks require visual privacy controls on all portable devices displaying patient records, financial accounts, or personally identifiable information
What the PF156W9B Delivers
- 60-degree privacy with side blackout: Microlouver technology transmits a clear image within a 60-degree cone directly in front of the screen. Outside that angle, the display appears black, preventing visual hacking on the most common laptop screen size.
- Dual matte finish for glare reduction: Matte on both sides to reduce glare from overhead lighting, windows, and bright environments. Fingerprint-resistant surface stays clean through daily handling and transport.
- COMPLY Flip Attach and adhesive strip mounting: The flip attachment lets you swing the filter up for screen sharing and snap it back into privacy mode in seconds. Adhesive strips provide a semi-permanent option for dedicated laptop setups.
- Blue light reduction without color distortion: Reduces blue light emission from the display to lower eye strain during extended use without shifting on-screen colors or affecting display accuracy.
- Sized for 15.6-inch 16:9 laptops: Covers a 13.57 in. x 7.64 in. viewing area on standard 15.6-inch widescreen laptops and 2-in-1 notebooks. No trimming required.
What Is a Laptop Privacy Filter?
A laptop privacy filter is a thin optical film that attaches to the front of a laptop screen and restricts the viewing angle using microlouver technology. From directly in front, the screen looks normal. From the side, the screen appears dark or completely blacked out. The 3M PF156W9B uses this technology to create a 60-degree privacy cone on a 15.6-inch display. The filter also adds anti-glare properties and blue light reduction, making it a dual-purpose accessory that provides both security and eye comfort for users who work on their laptop in public or shared environments.
