XDI Series vs DT Series TPU Paint Protection Film – How to Choose?

At GOODCARWAY, as a professional manufacturer in the automotive film industry, we always believe in long-term business rather than short-term pricing strategies. Instead of cutting costs with low-grade materials, we focus on stable quality, reliable performance, and competitive wholesale pricing to build lasting partnerships.

Recently, many of our overseas partners and car owners have been asking:
What’s the real difference between XDI Series and DT Series PPF?
In this guide, we break it down in a simple yet professional way to help you choose the right solution for your market.

The biggest difference lies in the raw material system, which directly defines product quality.

XDI Series (XDI-75 / 85 / 95) adopts a premium combination:

• Lubrizol TPU (USA) – industry-leading base material with excellent flexibility and durability
• Ashland adhesive – balanced tack with clean removal, no residue, no damage to OEM paint
• Mitsui XDI dual-layer coating – advanced coating structure for superior performance

This is what we call a high-end material system, built for long-term protection and premium markets.

DT Series (e.g., DT15), on the other hand, uses general-purpose TPU materials specified by customers, designed as a cost-effective solution.
It meets basic protection needs, but there is a natural gap in long-term weather resistance and material stability compared to XDI.

In simple terms:

• XDI = Premium performance + long-term durability
• DT = Cost-effective + standard protection

The XDI Series stands out with its dual-layer XDI coating, which effectively blocks UV rays and delivers superior anti-yellowing performance.
This makes it especially ideal for white and light-colored vehicles, keeping the paint clear and glossy over time.

DT Series provides basic anti-yellowing performance, supported by an 8-year warranty, but under extreme conditions (strong UV, high temperature), it performs slightly below XDI.

XDI features super hydrophobic and oil-resistant properties:

• Water forms tight droplets and rolls off easily
• Carries away dust and reduces water spots
• Prevents oil stains like tar and grease from penetrating

DT Series offers basic hydrophobicity, enough for daily use, but weaker in water beading angle and oil resistance compared to XDI.

Thanks to its advanced coating, XDI provides strong resistance against contaminants such as:

• Acid rain
• Bird droppings
• Tree sap

DT Series handles daily contamination, but requires more frequent cleaning.

XDI Series:

• Excellent elongation and toughness
• Resistant to stone chips and minor scratches
• Self-healing under heat (sunlight)
• Easy installation with balanced adhesive

DT Series (DT15):

• Supports heat self-healing
• Designed for high-temperature markets (Middle East, Iraq, etc.)
• Provides reliable daily protection
• More price-competitive for bulk orders

Choose XDI Series if you:

• Target mid-to-high-end customers
• Focus on white or light-colored vehicles
• Need long-term durability and brand reputation
• Want strong selling points like anti-yellowing, hydrophobic, weather resistance
• Are building a premium product line

Choose DT Series (DT15) if you:

• Prioritize price competitiveness
• Target high-temperature markets (Middle East, Iraq, etc.)
• Need bulk sales / entry-level products
• Want a balance of 8-year warranty + self-healing + affordability

At GOODCARWAY, we don’t believe in one-time deals.
We focus on consistent quality, scalable production, and long-term partnerships.

• XDI Series represents our commitment to premium TPU PPF, using top-tier raw materials and advanced coating technology
• DT Series provides a reliable and cost-effective alternative, making paint protection film accessible to more markets

No matter which series you choose, every roll of our TPU paint protection film (PPF) is manufactured under strict quality standards to ensure durability, clarity, and protection.

That’s how we help our partners stay competitive—and why our customers stay with us long term.